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The problem asks us to find \( m \angle LMN \) (the measure of angle LMN) given that:

- \( \overline{MP} \) bisects \( \angle LMN \),
- \( \overline{MQ} \) bisects \( \angle LMP \),
- \( \overline{MR} \) bisects \( \angle RMP \),
- \( m \angle RMP = 21^\circ \).

Since the bisectors are given, we know that each bisected angle is divided into two equal halves. Let's break it down step by step.

1. **Bisector of \( \angle RMP \):**
   Since \( \overline{MR} \) bisects \( \angle RMP \), this means:
   \[
   m \angle RMP = 21^\circ \implies m \angle RMP = 2 \times m \angle MR.
   \]
   So, \( m \angle MR = \frac{21^\circ}{2} = 10.5^\circ \).

2. **Bisector of \( \angle LMP \):**
   Now, since \( \overline{MQ} \) bisects \( \angle LMP \), the total measure of \( \angle LMP \) is twice the measure of \( \angle RMP \), since \( \overline{MR} \) bisects \( \angle RMP \) and halves it. Therefore:
   \[
   m \angle LMP = 2 \times 21^\circ = 42^\circ.
   \]

3. **Bisector of \( \angle LMN \):**
   Finally, \( \overline{MP} \) bisects \( \angle LMN \). Therefore, the total measure of \( \angle LMN \) is twice that of \( \angle LMP \). So:
   \[
   m \angle LMN = 2 \times 42^\circ = 84^\circ.
   \]

Thus, \( m \angle LMN = 84^\circ \).

Would you like more details on any step? Here are some related questions to consider:

1. How do you find the measure of an angle given a bisector?
2. Why does bisecting an angle divide it into two equal parts?
3. Can the bisector theorem be applied to solve other geometric problems?
4. What is the significance of constructing angle bisectors in triangles?
5. How does understanding angle bisectors help in solving more complex geometric proofs?

**Tip:** Remember that bisectors create equal angles, which can simplify many geometry problems involving angles and triangles.

Build Perseverance. MP bisects ∠LMN, MQ bisects ∠LMP, MR bisects ∠RMP. If m∠RMP = 21°, find m∠LMN. Explain your reasoning.

Solve this geometry problem where you find the angle m∠LMN using bisectors of angles ∠LMN, ∠LMP, and ∠RMP. Given that m∠RMP = 21°, explore how angle bisectors help calculate the total angle. Suitable for students in Grades 8-10.

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