Math Problem Statement

Rotate triangle ABC about point O by 70° counterclockwise to obtain triangle PQR. Solve the following: (1) Draw triangle PQR, (2) Identify the segment equal in length to OA, (3) Find two angles equal to ∠AOP.

Solution

From the provided image, it appears to be a mathematical problem involving a triangle (ABC) and its rotation about a point OO by 70 degrees counterclockwise, resulting in a new triangle PQR\triangle PQR. Let me explain and provide some steps for solving it:

Problem Breakdown:

  1. Part 1: Sketch PQR\triangle PQR:

    • Rotate ABC\triangle ABC by 70 degrees counterclockwise about point OO. Each vertex (A, B, C) is rotated to its new corresponding position (P, Q, R) using geometric rotation rules.
  2. Part 2: Identify the line segment equal in length to OAOA:

    • Determine which line in PQR\triangle PQR corresponds in length to OAOA, as distances from OO to the vertices remain constant during rotation.
  3. Part 3: Find angles equal to AOP\angle AOP:

    • Identify two other angles in the problem (from either ABC\triangle ABC or PQR\triangle PQR) that are congruent to AOP\angle AOP, as rotation preserves angles between corresponding points.

Approach to Solve:

  1. Part 1: To draw PQR\triangle PQR:

    • Rotate A,B,CA, B, C counterclockwise by 70 degrees. You can use the rotation formula: x' \\ y' \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} \cos\theta & -\sin\theta \\ \sin\theta & \cos\theta \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} x \\ y \end{bmatrix}$$ where $$(x, y)$$ are the original coordinates, and $$\theta = 70^\circ$$.
  2. Part 2: Line segments from OO remain unchanged in length. For example, if OA=OPOA = OP, then OPOP is equal in length to OAOA.

  3. Part 3: Use geometric properties and rotational symmetry to identify congruent angles.

Would you like detailed calculations, diagrams, or step-by-step explanations for any part? Let me know! Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:


Related Questions:

  1. How do you derive the rotation matrix formula in coordinate geometry?
  2. What are the properties of triangles after rotation in a plane?
  3. How do you calculate the length of a line segment using the distance formula?
  4. What is the relationship between the angles in congruent triangles?
  5. Can you describe the transformation of geometric shapes under rotation?

Tip:

Always verify the length and angle relationships using symmetry properties when dealing with rotational transformations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Rotations in the Cartesian Plane
Congruence of Triangles

Formulas

Rotation formula: [x', y'] = [cos(θ) -sin(θ); sin(θ) cos(θ)] [x, y]
Distance formula: d = √((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2)

Theorems

Properties of Rotational Symmetry
Congruence of Angles and Sides in Rotated Shapes

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10