Math Problem Statement

Find the values of the inscribed angles m and n, given that the central angle is 108 degrees.

Solution

In the diagram, we see a circle with a center point CC, a central angle marked as 108108^\circ, and two inscribed angles labeled mm and nn. The goal is likely to find the values of these angles mm and nn.

Key geometric principles:

  1. Inscribed Angle Theorem: An inscribed angle is half of the central angle subtended by the same arc.
  2. Sum of angles around a point: The angles formed at a point (such as at the center of a circle) sum to 360360^\circ.

Steps:

  1. The central angle given is 108108^\circ. This means that the arc subtended by this central angle is the same arc subtended by both inscribed angles mm and nn.

  2. By the Inscribed Angle Theorem, each inscribed angle mm and nn is half of the central angle that subtends the same arc. Thus, the measures of mm and nn are: m=n=1082=54m = n = \frac{108^\circ}{2} = 54^\circ

So, both angles mm and nn are 5454^\circ.

Would you like further explanation or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the relationship between central and inscribed angles in a circle?
  2. How do you determine the measure of an inscribed angle from the central angle?
  3. Can two different inscribed angles subtend the same arc in a circle?
  4. What is the sum of all central angles around a point inside a circle?
  5. How can the Inscribed Angle Theorem be applied to other shapes or arcs?

Tip: Always remember that the central angle is twice any inscribed angle subtended by the same arc.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Theorems

Formulas

Inscribed Angle = 1/2 * Central Angle

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10