Math Problem Statement

QS is the angle bisector of ∠PQR. What is the measure of ∠SQR? Given ∠PQR = 80°.

Solution

We are given that QS\overrightarrow{QS} is the angle bisector of PQR\angle PQR, and we are asked to find the measure of SQR\angle SQR.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Understand the bisector: Since QS\overrightarrow{QS} is the bisector of PQR\angle PQR, it divides PQR\angle PQR into two equal parts. That means: PQS=SQR\angle PQS = \angle SQR

  2. Given information: The measure of PQR\angle PQR is given as 8080^\circ.

  3. Using the bisector property: Since QS\overrightarrow{QS} bisects PQR\angle PQR, each of the two angles formed (PQS\angle PQS and SQR\angle SQR) is half of 8080^\circ. Therefore: SQR=PQR2=802=40\angle SQR = \frac{\angle PQR}{2} = \frac{80^\circ}{2} = 40^\circ

Thus, the measure of SQR\angle SQR is 4040^\circ.

Would you like more details or have any questions about this solution?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the definition of an angle bisector?
  2. How would you calculate the measure of SQR\angle SQR if PQR\angle PQR was different, say 100100^\circ?
  3. What are some properties of angles formed by intersecting lines?
  4. How can you verify that a ray bisects an angle?
  5. If the measure of SQR\angle SQR were given, how would you find PQR\angle PQR?

Tip: Always remember that an angle bisector divides an angle into two equal parts, making calculations simpler.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Angle Bisectors
Basic Geometry
Angles

Formulas

Angle bisector divides the angle into two equal parts
Measure of ∠SQR = ∠PQR / 2

Theorems

Angle Bisector Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8