Math Problem Statement

If PS=RS=56, m∠PQS=3v, and m∠RQS=v+50°, what is m∠RQS?

Solution

To find the measure of RQS\angle RQS, we can use the information provided and the properties of isosceles triangles.

Given:

  • PS=RS=56PS = RS = 56
  • mPQS=3vm\angle PQS = 3v
  • mRQS=v+50m\angle RQS = v + 50^\circ

Steps to solve:

  1. Since PS=RSPS = RS, triangle PQSPQS is isosceles, meaning PQS=RQS\angle PQS = \angle RQS.

  2. Thus, mPQS=mRQSm\angle PQS = m\angle RQS.

  3. From the problem statement, we have: mPQS=3vm\angle PQS = 3v and mRQS=v+50m\angle RQS = v + 50^\circ

  4. Since these two angles are equal: 3v=v+503v = v + 50^\circ

  5. Solve for vv: 3vv=503v - v = 50^\circ 2v=502v = 50^\circ v=25v = 25^\circ

  6. Now substitute v=25v = 25^\circ into the expression for mRQSm\angle RQS: mRQS=v+50=25+50=75m\angle RQS = v + 50^\circ = 25^\circ + 50^\circ = 75^\circ

Final Answer:

mRQS=75m\angle RQS = 75^\circ

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How do you determine the angles in an isosceles triangle?
  2. What is the significance of equal angles in isosceles triangles?
  3. How would the problem change if the triangle were not isosceles?
  4. What is the sum of the angles in a triangle?
  5. How can you verify that a triangle is isosceles given only angles?

Tip: In isosceles triangles, the angles opposite the equal sides are always equal.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Isosceles Triangles
Algebra

Formulas

Angle equality in isosceles triangles
Basic algebraic equation solving

Theorems

Isosceles Triangle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10