Math Problem Statement

Lines s and t are perpendicular bisectors of sides NO and MO respectively. Which of the following is always true?

Solution

The problem in the image involves a triangle MON\triangle MON with lines ss and tt acting as the perpendicular bisectors of sides NONO and MOMO, respectively. This geometric setup leads us to a few key observations about the relationships between the points and angles.

Given Information:

  • Lines ss and tt are perpendicular bisectors.
  • ss bisects side NONO, meaning that it cuts NONO into two equal parts at point PP.
  • tt bisects side MOMO, cutting it into two equal parts at point RR.
  • Point QQ is the intersection of ss and tt, and is the circumcenter of MON\triangle MON, meaning that it is equidistant from the vertices MM, OO, and NN.

Statement Analysis:

  1. QR=RNQR = RN: Since QQ is the circumcenter, it is equidistant from all the vertices of the triangle, including NN. Therefore, QRQR cannot equal RNRN, as QQ is equidistant from RR and NN, but these distances differ. (False)

  2. MP=POMP = PO: Since ss is the perpendicular bisector of side NONO, point PP is the midpoint of NONO, making MPPOMP \neq PO in this context. (False)

  3. QNRQNM\angle QNR \cong \angle QNM: This statement suggests that the two angles formed by point QQ are congruent. Since point QQ is the circumcenter, the angles between these points are equal. (True)

  4. QORQOP\angle QOR \cong \angle QOP: Since ss and tt are perpendicular bisectors, and the angles formed around the circumcenter are symmetrical, this is a plausible statement. (True)

Conclusion:

The correct answer, based on the information, is QNRQNM\angle QNR \cong \angle QNM, as this geometric relationship must always hold true when QQ is the circumcenter of the triangle.

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Here are five follow-up questions to expand on this topic:

  1. What properties do circumcenters have in different types of triangles (e.g., acute, obtuse)?
  2. How are the perpendicular bisectors of a triangle related to its circumcenter?
  3. Can a circumcenter lie outside a triangle? If so, under what conditions?
  4. What is the relationship between the circumcenter and the orthocenter of a triangle?
  5. How do the perpendicular bisectors help in constructing the circumcircle?

Tip: Remember, the circumcenter is always equidistant from all the vertices of the triangle, making it a key point in circumscribing circles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Perpendicular Bisectors
Triangle Properties
Circumcenter

Formulas

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Theorems

Circumcenter Theorem
Perpendicular Bisector Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10