Math Problem Statement

In the figure, △DEF ≅ △PQR. Find x, y, and z.

Solution

The problem presented in the image involves two triangles, DEF\triangle DEF and PQR\triangle PQR, which are similar to each other. The task asks to find xx, yy, and zz.

The angles given for DEF\triangle DEF are:

  • D=75\angle D = 75^\circ
  • E=45\angle E = 45^\circ
  • F=60\angle F = 60^\circ

For PQR\triangle PQR, the sides are given:

  • PQ=zPQ = z
  • QR=35QR = 35
  • PR=yPR = y

Since the triangles are similar, we know that the corresponding sides are proportional and the angles are congruent. Let’s assign the corresponding angles and sides between the two triangles:

  • DP\angle D \leftrightarrow \angle P
  • EQ\angle E \leftrightarrow \angle Q
  • FR\angle F \leftrightarrow \angle R

To find xx, yy, and zz, we can set up ratios of the corresponding sides using the fact that the triangles are similar.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Similar Triangles
Proportions
Angle Correspondence

Formulas

Ratio of corresponding sides in similar triangles
Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Similarity Theorem
Corresponding Angles in Similar Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10