Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let’s solve the problems step by step based on the image.
Problem 13:
In parallelogram CDEF, if CG = 9, find CE.
- In a parallelogram, the diagonals bisect each other.
This means that CG = GE.
Therefore, .
Answer: .
Problem 14:
In parallelogram QRST, if RT = 36, find RU.
- Similar to Problem 13, the diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each other.
Thus, .
Answer: .
Problem 15:
Find the measure of the three missing angles in the rhombus.
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The angles of a rhombus are supplementary when adjacent, and diagonals bisect opposite angles.
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The given angle is :
- The opposite angle is also .
- The adjacent angles are supplementary to :
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Answer:
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Problem 16:
Find the values of , , and in the rhombus.
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In a rhombus, opposite angles are equal, and adjacent angles are supplementary.
- (since the rhombus forms a right angle at one diagonal intersection).
Solve: . - .
Solve: . - .
Solve: .
Answer:
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. - (since the rhombus forms a right angle at one diagonal intersection).
Problem 17:
Find the values of , , and in the rhombus.
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In a rhombus, adjacent angles are supplementary.
- Given and , we solve:
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. - For :
Opposite angles in a rhombus are equal.
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Answer:
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. - Given and , we solve:
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Here are five related questions to deepen understanding:
- What is the key property of diagonals in a rhombus, and how does it differ from that in a parallelogram?
- How do you calculate angles in a parallelogram if one angle is given?
- Why are adjacent angles in a rhombus always supplementary?
- What happens to the diagonal intersection angles if the rhombus is a square?
- How do you find missing values in a rhombus if only one diagonal length is given?
Tip: Always verify relationships between angles or sides in geometric figures by referring to their defining properties!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Properties of parallelograms
Properties of rhombuses
Supplementary angles
Diagonal bisection
Formulas
Diagonals of parallelograms bisect each other: CG = GE, RU = RT/2
Adjacent angles in a rhombus are supplementary: angle1 + angle2 = 180°
Theorems
Diagonal bisection property of parallelograms
Opposite angles in rhombuses are equal
Supplementary angles in quadrilaterals
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10