Math Problem Statement

Solve for x and y in the following angle relationships: (9x + 25)°, (13x - 19)°, (17y + 5)°.

Solution

The image shows a diagram involving two intersecting lines, labeled ll and mm, with four angles expressed in terms of algebraic expressions. These angles involve two variables, xx and yy, which are related through geometric angle relationships.

Given angles:

  • Angle 1: (9x+25)(9x + 25)^\circ
  • Angle 2: (13x19)(13x - 19)^\circ
  • Angle 3: (17y+5)(17y + 5)^\circ
  • Angle 4: (17y+5)(17y + 5)^\circ

Since lines ll and mm form a transversal, the corresponding or vertically opposite angles must be equal.

Steps to Solve:

  1. Set up the equation for vertically opposite angles: (9x+25)=(13x19)(9x + 25) = (13x - 19) Solve for xx: 9x+25=13x199x + 25 = 13x - 19 Move all terms involving xx to one side: 9x13x=19259x - 13x = -19 - 25 Simplify: 4x=44x=11-4x = -44 \quad \Rightarrow \quad x = 11

  2. Substitute x=11x = 11 to solve for yy: Since vertically opposite angles are equal, we can set: (17y+5)=(13x19)(17y + 5) = (13x - 19) Plug in x=11x = 11: 17y+5=13(11)19=14319=12417y + 5 = 13(11) - 19 = 143 - 19 = 124 Solve for yy: 17y=1245=11917y = 124 - 5 = 119 y=11917=7y = \frac{119}{17} = 7

Final solution:

  • x=11x = 11
  • y=7y = 7

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Related questions:

  1. What is the relationship between vertically opposite angles?
  2. How would the solution change if the lines were not straight?
  3. What are corresponding angles in transversal line relationships?
  4. How can we apply angle sum properties to other geometric figures?
  5. Why do we need both algebraic expressions and geometric properties for such problems?

Tip: Always look for angle pairs that are either vertically opposite or supplementary when working with transversals and parallel lines.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Angle Relationships
Transversal

Formulas

Vertically opposite angles are equal
Linear pair of angles sum to 180 degrees

Theorems

Vertically Opposite Angles Theorem
Angle Sum Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10