Question on: JAMB Mathematics - 2000

In the diagram above, if ∠RPS = 50o, ∠RPQ = 30o and PQ = QR, find the value of ∠PRS.
A
80o
B
70o
C
60o
D
50o
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Correct Option: B

Δ PQR is isosceles

∴∠PRQ = 30o

Also in Δ PQR
^Q = 180 -(30 + 30)

= 120o

PQRS is a cyclic quad

^S + ^Q = 180(opp ∠s of a cyclic quad)

S + 120 = 180

S = 60o

In ΔPSR

x + 50 + 60

= 180(sum of ∠s of a Δ)

x + 110 = 180

x = 180 - 110

x = 70o

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