Math Problem Statement

In the diagram, PQ and RS are straight lines. Find the value of x.

Solution

To solve for xx in the given diagram:

  1. Observe that the angle labeled 2x+102x + 10^\circ and the 6060^\circ angle are vertically opposite angles. Vertically opposite angles are always equal.

  2. Therefore, we can set up the equation: 2x+10=602x + 10 = 60

  3. Solve for xx by first isolating 2x2x: 2x=60102x = 60 - 10 2x=502x = 50

  4. Now, divide by 2: x=25x = 25

Answer:

The value of xx is 2525^\circ.

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Here are some related questions you might find useful:

  1. How do you identify vertically opposite angles in a diagram?
  2. What are the properties of vertically opposite angles?
  3. Can vertically opposite angles be used in more complex geometry problems?
  4. How would this problem change if the angles were not vertically opposite?
  5. What if PQPQ and RSRS were not straight lines?

Tip: Remember that vertically opposite angles are always equal when two lines intersect. This property can be very useful for solving various angle-related problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Vertically Opposite Angles

Formulas

Equation of Vertically Opposite Angles: angle1 = angle2

Theorems

Vertically Opposite Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10