Math Problem Statement

The diagram shows a convex polygon. What is the value of v?

Solution

This image presents a convex polygon with three known angles: 50°, 60°, and 110°. The goal is to find the unknown angle, labeled as v.

To solve for v, we can use the fact that the sum of the interior angles of any polygon is given by:

Sum of interior angles=(n2)×180\text{Sum of interior angles} = (n - 2) \times 180^\circ where n is the number of sides of the polygon.

Since the shape appears to be a quadrilateral (4 sides), we can use the formula for the sum of the interior angles for a quadrilateral:

Sum of interior angles=(42)×180=360\text{Sum of interior angles} = (4 - 2) \times 180^\circ = 360^\circ

Now, add the known angles:

50+60+110=22050^\circ + 60^\circ + 110^\circ = 220^\circ

Subtract the sum from 360° to find the value of v:

360220=140360^\circ - 220^\circ = 140^\circ

Thus, v = 140°.

Would you like more details or have any questions on this solution?

Here are five related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How can we find the exterior angles of polygons?
  2. What happens if the polygon is concave rather than convex?
  3. How do we calculate the sum of interior angles of polygons with more than four sides?
  4. How would we approach finding the unknown angle in a triangle?
  5. What is the relationship between interior and exterior angles in any polygon?

Tip: Always remember that the sum of interior angles depends on the number of sides of the polygon—use the formula (n2)×180(n - 2) \times 180^\circ for any polygon.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Interior Angles of Polygons
Quadrilaterals

Formulas

Sum of interior angles = (n - 2) * 180°

Theorems

The sum of interior angles of a polygon is (n - 2) * 180°

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8