Math Problem Statement

The problem involves solving for the measure of angle PQS in a diagram where ∠PQR = 90° and other angle expressions are provided.

Solution

To solve this problem, let’s analyze the image and the information provided:

Information from the diagram:

  1. PQR=90\angle PQR = 90^\circ, since it is marked as a right angle.
  2. PQS=3x\angle PQS = 3x (labeled in the diagram).
  3. SQR=(8x+2)\angle SQR = (8x + 2)^\circ (labeled in the diagram).

Using the fact that the sum of the angles around point QQ equals 9090^\circ (because PQR\angle PQR is a right angle), we can write:

PQS+SQR=90\angle PQS + \angle SQR = 90^\circ

Substitute the given expressions:

3x+(8x+2)=903x + (8x + 2) = 90

Solve for xx:

3x+8x+2=903x + 8x + 2 = 90 11x+2=9011x + 2 = 90 11x=8811x = 88 x=8x = 8

Find mPQSm\angle PQS:

Substitute x=8x = 8 into PQS=3x\angle PQS = 3x: PQS=3(8)=24\angle PQS = 3(8) = 24^\circ

Thus, the measure of mPQSm\angle PQS is: 24\boxed{24^\circ}


Would you like a detailed explanation of this solution or have additional questions? Here are some related problems to explore:

  1. What is the value of mSQRm\angle SQR in this diagram?
  2. Can we verify the solution by recalculating the total angle sum?
  3. What happens if PQR\angle PQR were not 9090^\circ?
  4. Explore the relationship between supplementary and complementary angles in other triangles.
  5. How can we solve for unknown angles in polygons using angle relationships?

Tip: Always double-check your work by substituting values back into the original equations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Angle Relationships
Algebra
Solving Linear Equations

Formulas

Sum of angles around a point = 90°
Angle expressions involving a variable

Theorems

Angle Sum Property in a Right Angle

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9