Math Problem Statement

Find the values of a and b using the Inscribed Angle Theorem in a circle where angle PQR is 60 degrees and angle PTS is 30 degrees.

Solution

In the image provided, you have a problem that involves using the Inscribed Angle Theorem to find the values of aa^\circ and bb^\circ in a circle diagram. Here’s how we approach it:

Inscribed Angle Theorem:

This theorem states that the measure of an inscribed angle is half the measure of the intercepted arc.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. For aa^\circ (angle PQT\angle PQT):

    • Angle PQT\angle PQT subtends the arc PRPR.
    • Based on the inscribed angle theorem, PQT=12×arc PR\angle PQT = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{arc } PR.
    • The arc PRPR subtends an angle at the center OO, which is POR=60\angle POR = 60^\circ (since the angle at PP is given as 6060^\circ).

    Therefore, a=12×60=30.a = \frac{1}{2} \times 60^\circ = 30^\circ.

  2. For bb^\circ (angle QRS\angle QRS):

    • Angle QRS\angle QRS subtends the arc PSPS, which is the entire arc from PP to SS.
    • We know that the angle PTS\angle PTS is given as 3030^\circ, which means this inscribed angle subtends the same arc PSPS.
    • Therefore, by the Inscribed Angle Theorem:

    b=30.b = 30^\circ.

Summary of the Results:

  • a=30a^\circ = 30^\circ
  • b=30b^\circ = 30^\circ

Would you like further clarification on this, or do you have any questions?

Here are some additional related questions:

  1. How does the Inscribed Angle Theorem apply to other types of circle segments?
  2. What would change if the central angle was given instead of the inscribed angle?
  3. How can we calculate arc lengths using the inscribed angles?
  4. What happens if two inscribed angles subtend the same arc?
  5. How do the properties of inscribed angles change if the circle's radius changes?

Tip: Always check whether an angle subtends a major or minor arc before applying the inscribed angle theorem!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Theorems
Inscribed Angles

Formulas

Inscribed Angle Theorem: m∠ = 1/2 × intercepted arc

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10