Math Problem Statement

FIND X+Y

Find the value of x + y based on the quadrilateral PQRS, where the angles at P and Q are given as 83° and 105° respectively, and angles at S and R are labeled as x° and y°.

Solution

The diagram presents a quadrilateral PQRSPQRS with angles labeled, and we're tasked with finding x+yx + y.

Steps to solve:

  1. Understanding the Geometry: The figure suggests that lines PQPQ and SRSR are parallel, and lines PSPS and QRQR are also parallel, forming a parallelogram-like shape.

  2. Angles in the Diagram:

    • At PP: 8383^\circ
    • At QQ: 105105^\circ
    • At RR: 105105^\circ
    • At SS: xx^\circ

    Additionally, external angles at PP and QQ are labeled as supplementary to xx^\circ and yy^\circ, respectively.

  3. Using the properties of parallel lines:

    • Since PQSRPQ \parallel SR, angles PP and SS are supplementary. Therefore, 83+x=18083^\circ + x^\circ = 180^\circ Solving for xx: x=18083=97x = 180^\circ - 83^\circ = 97^\circ

    • Similarly, angles QQ and RR are supplementary because PSQRPS \parallel QR. Hence: 105+y=180105^\circ + y^\circ = 180^\circ Solving for yy: y=180105=75y = 180^\circ - 105^\circ = 75^\circ

  4. Sum of x+yx + y: x+y=97+75=172x + y = 97^\circ + 75^\circ = 172^\circ

Conclusion:

The value of x+yx + y is 172172^\circ.

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Related Questions:

  1. What are the properties of parallelograms regarding angles?
  2. Can you explain the concept of supplementary angles in more detail?
  3. How do we determine if lines are parallel using angles?
  4. What is the role of alternate interior angles in parallel lines?
  5. How do external angles relate to internal angles in polygons?

Tip:

Always remember, in parallelograms, opposite angles are equal, and adjacent angles are supplementary.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

x = 180° - Angle P
y = 180° - Angle Q

Theorems

Supplementary Angles Theorem
Parallel Line Angle Relationships

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10