Math Problem Statement

Determine whether each statement can be assumed from the figure, considering that ∠SRQ and ∠QRP is a linear pair. Explain if their sum is 180, 90, 360, or cannot be determined.

Solution

To determine whether each statement can be assumed from the figure, we first need to understand what a linear pair is. A linear pair of angles consists of two adjacent angles whose non-common sides form a straight line. The sum of the angles in a linear pair is always 180180^\circ.

In this case, we are analyzing the angles SRQ\angle SRQ and QRP\angle QRP, which are said to form a linear pair according to the figure.

  • SRQ\angle SRQ is the angle formed by lines SRSR and RQRQ.
  • QRP\angle QRP is the angle formed by lines RQRQ and QPQP.

Since these angles form a linear pair, their sum must be 180180^\circ, and the correct statement is:

A. Yes, their sum is 180.

  • B (Yes, their sum is 90) is incorrect because linear pairs do not sum to 9090^\circ; they sum to 180180^\circ.
  • C (No, their sum is 360) is also incorrect because linear pairs cannot sum to 360360^\circ, only angles around a point (full rotation) sum to 360360^\circ.
  • D (No, their sum cannot be determined) is incorrect because the diagram clearly shows that they form a linear pair, allowing us to determine their sum as 180180^\circ.

Would you like further details or have any other questions about this?

Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. What is a supplementary angle, and how does it differ from a linear pair?
  2. How do adjacent angles differ from vertical angles?
  3. Can two angles form a linear pair if they are not adjacent?
  4. What is the definition of a straight angle, and how does it relate to a linear pair?
  5. How do we calculate the sum of interior angles in different polygons?

Tip: In any geometry problem involving lines and angles, looking for linear pairs or vertically opposite angles is often a good strategy for simplifying calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Linear Pairs
Angles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a linear pair = 180°

Theorems

Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9