Math Problem Statement

Solve for x and y in the given diagram with parallel lines cut by a transversal, forming angles represented by (8x + 5)°, (2y + 9)°, and (10x - 27)°.

Solution

The diagram shows a set of parallel lines cut by a transversal, forming angles that can be solved using angle relationships. Let’s analyze and solve for xx and yy.

Step 1: Identify Angle Relationships

From the diagram:

  • The angle labeled (8x+5)(8x + 5)^\circ is corresponding to the angle labeled (10x27)(10x - 27)^\circ. Corresponding angles are equal.
  • The angle labeled (2y+9)(2y + 9)^\circ and the angle labeled (10x27)(10x - 27)^\circ are consecutive interior angles, meaning they are supplementary (sum to 180180^\circ).

Step 2: Solve for xx

Since corresponding angles are equal: 8x+5=10x278x + 5 = 10x - 27 Solve for xx:

  1. Subtract 8x8x from both sides: 5=2x275 = 2x - 27
  2. Add 27 to both sides: 32=2x32 = 2x
  3. Divide by 2: x=16x = 16

Step 3: Solve for yy

Using the supplementary angle rule: (2y+9)+(10x27)=180(2y + 9) + (10x - 27) = 180 Substituting x=16x = 16:

(2y+9)+(10(16)27)=180(2y + 9) + (10(16) - 27) = 180

2y+9+16027=1802y + 9 + 160 - 27 = 180

2y+142=1802y + 142 = 180

Subtract 142 from both sides:

2y=382y = 38

Divide by 2:

y=19y = 19

Final Answer:

x=16,y=19x = 16, \quad y = 19

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Related Questions:

  1. What are the different types of angle relationships in parallel lines cut by a transversal?
  2. How can you determine whether two lines are parallel using angles?
  3. What are alternate interior and alternate exterior angles?
  4. What is the sum of the interior angles of a polygon?
  5. How can algebraic expressions be used to represent angle relationships?

Tip:

Always check for multiple angle relationships in diagrams involving parallel lines to find additional equations when solving for unknowns.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel Lines
Transversal Angles
Angle Relationships
Algebra

Formulas

Corresponding angles are equal: angle1 = angle2
Consecutive interior angles are supplementary: angle1 + angle2 = 180°

Theorems

Corresponding Angles Postulate
Consecutive Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10