Math Problem Statement
Solution
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Questions 18–20
18. The sides of an inscribed angle intercept the circle at the endpoints of the diameter.
Answer: 90°.
Reason: An inscribed angle subtending the diameter always measures 90° because it forms a right angle.
19. Quadrilateral is inscribed in . If , find .
Answer: 110°.
Reason: Opposite angles of an inscribed quadrilateral sum to 180°. Thus, .
20. If inscribed angles and both intercept , which measures 120°, find and .
Answer: , .
Reason: An inscribed angle is half the measure of its intercepted arc. Therefore, .
Proof of
Let’s fill out the missing steps in the proof table:
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is a diameter of ; is any other chord.
Reason: Given. -
Draw radius .
Reason: Definition of radius. -
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Reason: The angles add up because they share the arc . -
All radii of are congruent.
Reason: Radii of a circle are equal (Postulate 21). -
is isosceles.
Reason: Isosceles Triangle Theorem. -
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Reason: Base angles of an isosceles triangle are congruent. -
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Reason: Substituting from Step 6. -
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Reason: Divide both sides by 2. -
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Reason: Central angle theorem. -
Substitution Property: .
Reason: Substitution from Step 8.
Let me know if you want further clarification or step-by-step details! Here are 5 related questions to practice:
- What is the relationship between a central angle and an inscribed angle intercepting the same arc?
- How do you prove that opposite angles in an inscribed quadrilateral sum to 180°?
- How can the diameter of a circle help identify inscribed right triangles?
- Explain why when both intercept the same arc.
- Why do all radii of a circle have equal lengths?
Tip: Always visualize circle properties like radii, diameters, and intercepted arcs to simplify proofs and problems!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Circle Theorems
Inscribed Angles
Formulas
Inscribed angle subtending the diameter = 90°
Theorems
Inscribed Angle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10