Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x in the diagram, where O is the center of the circle, and ∠ROQ = 124°. P, Q, and R are on the circumference of the circle.

Solution

The problem involves a circle with center OO. The angles and points in the circle are labeled as follows:

  • ROQ=124\angle ROQ = 124^\circ.
  • Points P,Q,RP, Q, R are on the circumference, and OO is the center.

We need to find x\angle x, which is at QPO\angle QPO.

Analysis

  1. Understanding the Circle Properties: Since OO is the center, ROQ\angle ROQ is a central angle. The arc RQRQ subtends both ROQ\angle ROQ and RPQ\angle RPQ.

  2. Using the Inscribed Angle Theorem: The inscribed angle RPQ\angle RPQ is half the measure of the central angle ROQ\angle ROQ. Thus, RPQ=12×ROQ=12×124=62.\angle RPQ = \frac{1}{2} \times \angle ROQ = \frac{1}{2} \times 124^\circ = 62^\circ.

  3. Finding QPO\angle QPO: Since OQOQ and OPOP are radii of the circle, OPQ\triangle OPQ is an isosceles triangle. Let OQP=OPQ=x\angle OQP = \angle OPQ = x.

    Using the angle sum property of triangles: OQP+OPQ+POQ=180.\angle OQP + \angle OPQ + \angle POQ = 180^\circ. Substituting known values: x+x+62=180.x + x + 62^\circ = 180^\circ. Simplifying: 2x+62=180.2x + 62^\circ = 180^\circ. 2x=18062=118.2x = 180^\circ - 62^\circ = 118^\circ. x=59.x = 59^\circ.

So, the value of xx is 5959^\circ, but it does not match any of the given options. Could you confirm if the problem's options are correct or if more details are needed?

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circles
Angle Properties in Circles
Isosceles Triangles

Formulas

Inscribed Angle Theorem: ∠RPQ = 1/2 × ∠ROQ
Angle Sum Property of Triangles: ∠OQP + ∠OPQ + ∠POQ = 180°

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem: The inscribed angle is half of the central angle subtending the same arc.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10