Math Problem Statement

In circle XX, m, angle, Y, X, Z, equals, 45, degreesm∠YXZ=45 ∘ . Solve for xx if m, arc, Y, Z, equals, left parenthesis, 11, x, minus, 50, right parenthesis, degreesm YZ ⌢ =(11x−50) ∘ . If necessary, round your answer to the nearest tenth.

Solution

We are given the following information about circle XX:

  • mYXZ=45m\angle YXZ = 45^\circ
  • mYZ=(11x50)m\overset{\frown}{YZ} = (11x - 50)^\circ

Step 1: Understand the relationship between the central angle and the arc

The measure of an inscribed angle YXZ\angle YXZ is equal to half the measure of the intercepted arc YZ\overset{\frown}{YZ}.

So, the formula relating the inscribed angle and the arc is:

mYXZ=12mYZm\angle YXZ = \frac{1}{2} m\overset{\frown}{YZ}

Step 2: Substitute the given values

We are given mYXZ=45m\angle YXZ = 45^\circ and mYZ=(11x50)m\overset{\frown}{YZ} = (11x - 50)^\circ. Substituting these into the equation, we get:

45=12(11x50)45^\circ = \frac{1}{2}(11x - 50)^\circ

Step 3: Solve for xx

First, multiply both sides of the equation by 2 to eliminate the fraction:

90=11x5090^\circ = 11x - 50

Now, add 50 to both sides:

140=11x140^\circ = 11x

Finally, divide by 11 to solve for xx:

x=14011=12.7x = \frac{140}{11} = 12.7

Final Answer:

x=12.7x = 12.7 (rounded to the nearest tenth).


Would you like further details on this solution or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the relationship between a central angle and its intercepted arc in a circle?
  2. How do you find the measure of an angle if given the length of an arc?
  3. What is the formula for an inscribed angle in terms of the intercepted arc?
  4. How would the equation change if the angle were a central angle instead of an inscribed angle?
  5. What are some practical applications of these angle-arc relationships in real-world geometry problems?

Tip: Always check if the angle is inscribed or central when working with circle theorems, as this changes the relationship with the arc!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Circle Geometry
Inscribed Angles
Intercepted Arcs
Algebra

Formulas

m∠YXZ = (1/2) * m⟶YZ
Basic algebraic manipulation to solve for x

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11