Math Problem Statement

In the diagram, O is the center of circle XYZ. Given ∠ZXO = 34° and ∠XOY = 146°, find the value of ∠OYZ. Additionally, solve for m and n in the equation (3m/2) + (n/2) = 4.

Solution

Let’s address the math problems one at a time.


4 (a)

In the diagram, OO is the center of the circle XYZXYZ. Given ZXO=34\angle ZXO = 34^\circ and XOY=146\angle XOY = 146^\circ, find the value of OYZ\angle OYZ.

  1. Explanation:

    • In a circle, angles subtended by the same arc are related. Specifically, the central angle XOY\angle XOY (146°) subtends the same arc XYXY as the angle at the circumference OYZ\angle OYZ.
    • The angle at the circumference is half the central angle subtending the same arc.

    OYZ=12XOY\angle OYZ = \frac{1}{2} \angle XOY

  2. Calculation: OYZ=12×146=73\angle OYZ = \frac{1}{2} \times 146^\circ = 73^\circ

Final Answer: OYZ=73\angle OYZ = 73^\circ


4 (b)

If 3m2+n2=4\frac{3m}{2} + \frac{n}{2} = 4, find mm and nn.

  1. Combine the terms: 3m+n2=4\frac{3m + n}{2} = 4

  2. Multiply through by 2 to eliminate the denominator: 3m+n=83m + n = 8

  3. To find the specific values of mm and nn, we would need either additional equations or conditions. (The problem might implicitly assume mm and nn are integers, leading to possible pairs that satisfy this equation.)


Let me know which specific part you want explained in further detail or solved next! Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the relationship between central and inscribed angles in a circle?
  2. How do you solve systems of equations involving two variables?
  3. What are the key properties of chords, radii, and arcs in a circle?
  4. Can you explain why 146146^\circ leads to 7373^\circ in the arc problem?
  5. How do you approach ratio-based money-sharing problems like in 4(b)?

Tip: For geometry problems, always try sketching additional auxiliary lines to visualize relationships better.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Theorems
Algebra

Formulas

Angle at the circumference = 1/2 × Central angle subtending the same arc
Linear equations in two variables: ax + by = c

Theorems

Central and Inscribed Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10