Math Problem Statement

In the figure, \( \overrightarrow{MQ} \), \( \overrightarrow{SP} \), and \( \overrightarrow{NR} \) intersect at point O. What is the value of \( x \)?

Solution

To solve the problem, we need to find the value of xx based on the provided information:

Step 1: Understand the geometry

The lines MQ\overrightarrow{MQ}, SP\overrightarrow{SP}, and NR\overrightarrow{NR} intersect at point OO. The angles formed around point OO are:

  • MOP=50\angle MOP = 50^\circ
  • QOR=60\angle QOR = 60^\circ
  • NOR=x\angle NOR = x, the value we need to find.

Since the angles around a point sum up to 360360^\circ, we can use this property.


Step 2: Equation for angle sum

The sum of all angles around point OO is: MOP+QOR+NOR+SOR=360\angle MOP + \angle QOR + \angle NOR + \angle SOR = 360^\circ

From the diagram:

  • MOP=50\angle MOP = 50^\circ,
  • QOR=60\angle QOR = 60^\circ,
  • NOR=x\angle NOR = x.

The opposite angles SOR=MOP=50\angle SOR = \angle MOP = 50^\circ because they are vertically opposite.


Step 3: Solve for xx

Substitute the known values: 50+60+x+50=36050^\circ + 60^\circ + x + 50^\circ = 360^\circ

Combine terms: 160+x=360160^\circ + x = 360^\circ

Solve for xx: x=360160=200x = 360^\circ - 160^\circ = 200^\circ


Final Answer:

The value of xx is (B) 60°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles formed by intersecting lines
Vertically opposite angles

Formulas

Sum of angles around a point: 360°

Theorems

Vertically opposite angles theorem
Sum of angles around a point theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10