Math Problem Statement

In the diagram, m∠LMN = 116° and m∠JNM = 103°. What is m∠JKN?

Solution

In the provided diagram, we are given:

  • mLMN=116m \angle LMN = 116^\circ
  • mJNM=103m \angle JNM = 103^\circ

We are asked to find mJKNm \angle JKN.

To solve this, we need to apply the properties of the figure, particularly considering the triangles and any supplementary or corresponding angles that help find the unknown angle.

Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

  1. Triangle JNMJNM: The sum of interior angles in a triangle is always 180180^\circ. In triangle JNMJNM, we already know two angles:

    • mLMN=116m \angle LMN = 116^\circ (given)
    • mJNM=103m \angle JNM = 103^\circ (given)

    We can find mNJMm \angle NJM using the angle sum property: mNJM=180(116+103)=180219=61m \angle NJM = 180^\circ - (116^\circ + 103^\circ) = 180^\circ - 219^\circ = 61^\circ

  2. Triangle JKNJKN: Now, using the property that angles on a straight line sum to 180180^\circ, mJKNm \angle JKN will be supplementary to mNJMm \angle NJM.

    Hence, we calculate: mJKN=18061=119m \angle JKN = 180^\circ - 61^\circ = 119^\circ

Thus, mJKN=119m \angle JKN = 119^\circ.

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Here are 5 questions for further practice:

  1. What is the sum of interior angles in any quadrilateral?
  2. How do you identify supplementary angles in complex diagrams?
  3. Can exterior angles help determine missing interior angles?
  4. What are alternate interior angles, and how are they useful in geometric proofs?
  5. How do you apply the angle sum property to polygons with more than three sides?

Tip: When dealing with polygons or figures formed by triangles, always remember that the sum of angles in a triangle is 180°, which can help find unknown angles in the overall figure.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum Theorem
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a triangle: 180°
Supplementary angles: 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem
Straight Line Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10