In the figure, MNPQ is a parallelogram. PS, ST and MN are straight lines. MQR is an isosceles triangle.
- Find ∠g.
- Find ∠h.
(a)
∠PSM = ∠NMT = 66° (Corresponding angles, MN//SP)
∠SRM
= 180° - ∠PSM - ∠SMR
= 180° - 66° - 17°
= 97° (Angles sum of triangle)
∠QRM
= 180° - 97°
= 83° (Angles on a straight line)
∠RQM = ∠QRM = 83° (Isosceles triangle)
∠g
= ∠RQM
= 83° (Corresponding angles, NP//MQ)
(b)
∠h
= 180° - 83° - 83°
= 14° (Isosceles triangle MQR)
Answer(s): (a) 83°; (b) 14°