Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let's solve the questions on the worksheet step-by-step:
Information from the Diagram
- (Given)
- , , and are lines that intersect at point .
- is since is perpendicular to .
Solving the Problems
a. What is the measure of ? How do you know?
Since is perpendicular to , the angle between them, , is .
Answer: .
b. Name two adjacent angles that together form . What is the sum of their measures?
Adjacent angles that form are and .
- (as determined above),
- (vertically opposite angles).
The sum of their measures is:
Answer: and ; the sum is .
c. What is the measure of ? Explain.
and are adjacent angles that together form a straight angle:
Given :
Answer: .
d. Together, , , and form a line or a straight angle that measures . Explain how you can find the measure of .
The sum of , , and is:
Substituting known values:
- ,
- .
Thus:
Solving for :
Correction: **Repeat Calculation Adjusting By adding split sections corrections.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Angles
Lines and Perpendiculars
Formulas
Straight angle measures 180°
Sum of adjacent angles
Vertically opposite angles are equal
Theorems
Angle addition postulate
Properties of perpendicular lines
Suitable Grade Level
Grade 6-8
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