Math Problem Statement

In the figure above, lines AP and BP intersect at Point P. If m∠APD = m∠BPC, which of the following must be true? I. m∠APB = 90° II. (1/2) m∠APB + m∠APD = 90° III. (1/2) m∠APB + m∠BPC = 90°

Solution

The diagram shows lines APAP, BPBP, PDPD, and PCPC intersecting at point PP, with the given condition that mAPD=mBPCm \angle APD = m \angle BPC. The problem asks which of the following statements must be true based on this setup:

  1. mAPB=90m \angle APB = 90^\circ
  2. 12mAPB+mAPD=90\frac{1}{2} m \angle APB + m \angle APD = 90^\circ
  3. 12mAPB+mBPC=90\frac{1}{2} m \angle APB + m \angle BPC = 90^\circ

Solution:

  • Statement I: mAPB=90m \angle APB = 90^\circ:
    This suggests that angle APBAPB is a right angle. However, there is no direct information in the diagram or the given condition to support this claim. Therefore, this statement is not necessarily true.

  • Statement II: 12mAPB+mAPD=90\frac{1}{2} m \angle APB + m \angle APD = 90^\circ:
    This combines part of angle APBAPB with angle APDAPD, and we know from the problem that mAPD=mBPCm \angle APD = m \angle BPC. However, the sum of these angles does not necessarily imply 9090^\circ, and no clear reasoning is provided to justify this relationship. So, this statement is also not necessarily true.

  • Statement III: 12mAPB+mBPC=90\frac{1}{2} m \angle APB + m \angle BPC = 90^\circ:
    Here, we're given that angle APD=BPCAPD = BPC, and combining half of angle APBAPB with angle BPCBPC leads to a sum of 9090^\circ. This relationship could be true based on certain angle properties. Therefore, this statement is possibly true.

Conclusion:

The correct answer is (C) I and II only.

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Here are five follow-up questions:

  1. How do you prove two angles are supplementary or complementary?
  2. What is the relationship between vertical angles when two lines intersect?
  3. Can you explain how to calculate the measure of an angle when given its complementary angle?
  4. How do you solve geometric problems involving parallel lines and transversals?
  5. What are the properties of exterior and interior angles in polygons?

Tip: When working with intersecting lines, always check for vertical angles, linear pairs, and possible right angles to simplify angle relationships.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Properties
Intersection of Lines

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle
Vertical angles
Linear pair of angles

Theorems

Vertical Angle Theorem
Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12