Math Problem Statement

Solve for m∠MNO if m∠MNP = 53° and m∠PNO = 36°.

Solution

To solve for mMNOm \angle MNO, we can use the following approach:

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Identify Known Angles:

    • We know that mMNP=53m \angle MNP = 53^\circ.
    • We also know that mPNO=36m \angle PNO = 36^\circ.
  2. Recognize the Relationship Between the Angles:

    • Since MNPMNP and PNOPNO are adjacent angles that share the common point NN and lie along the line segment NONO, they together form the angle MNOMNO.
    • Therefore, mMNO=mMNP+mPNOm \angle MNO = m \angle MNP + m \angle PNO.
  3. Calculate mMNOm \angle MNO: mMNO=53+36=89m \angle MNO = 53^\circ + 36^\circ = 89^\circ

Conclusion

Thus, mMNO=89m \angle MNO = 89^\circ.

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Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How would the solution change if mMNPm \angle MNP or mPNOm \angle PNO was different?
  2. What if there was a third angle between NN and OO along the line—how would that affect mMNOm \angle MNO?
  3. How can we verify if NN, PP, and OO lie in a straight line?
  4. Why do we add angles mMNPm \angle MNP and mPNOm \angle PNO to find mMNOm \angle MNO?
  5. What is the sum of angles around a point like NN in general, and why?

Tip: Remember that adjacent angles along a straight line add up to 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Addition Postulate

Formulas

m∠MNO = m∠MNP + m∠PNO

Theorems

Angle Addition Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9