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**Instruction for Solving Variables**

*Objective: Find the value of each variable. If your answer is not an integer, round to the nearest tenth.*

In this exercise, you will be required to determine the values of one or more variables presented in algebraic expressions or equations. Ensure you follow the guidelines to provide the most accurate solutions. If the resulting value is not a whole number, round your answer to the nearest tenth.
Transcribed Image Text:**Instruction for Solving Variables** *Objective: Find the value of each variable. If your answer is not an integer, round to the nearest tenth.* In this exercise, you will be required to determine the values of one or more variables presented in algebraic expressions or equations. Ensure you follow the guidelines to provide the most accurate solutions. If the resulting value is not a whole number, round your answer to the nearest tenth.
### Geometry Problem 13: Tangent and Circle Angle Calculation

In the given diagram, we have a circle with a tangent line that touches the circle at a single point. There is a triangle formed with one of its vertex lying at the point of tangency on the circle. 

Key elements of the diagram:

1. **Circle and Tangent Line:**
   - The circle is positioned such that a tangent line intersects it at one point.
   - An arrow horizontally extends from the left, indicating the direction of the tangent line.

2. **Triangle Formation:**
   - A right-angled triangle is formed, which has one vertex at the point of tangency.
   - Angle ∠65° is measured where the tangent meets one of the triangle's sides.

3. **Angle Measurement:**
   - The angle inside the triangle, adjacent to the circle, is indicated as ∠x°.

### How to Solve:

Given that the tangent to a circle and the radius at the point of tangency are perpendicular, we understand that the right angle (90°) is formed between the radius and the tangent line. We notice:
    
1. The triangle includes the angles: ∠65°, ∠x°, and a right angle (90°).
2. By the sum of angles in a triangle property, we know:
   \[
   \text{Sum of angles} = 180°
   \]
   Thus, for the angles of this particular triangle:
   \[
   x° + 65° + 90° = 180°
   \]

### Calculation:

\[
x° = 180° - (65° + 90°)
\]
\[
x° = 180° - 155°
\]
\[
x° = 25°
\]

So, the angle \(\mathbf{x}\) is \( \mathbf{25°} \).
Transcribed Image Text:### Geometry Problem 13: Tangent and Circle Angle Calculation In the given diagram, we have a circle with a tangent line that touches the circle at a single point. There is a triangle formed with one of its vertex lying at the point of tangency on the circle. Key elements of the diagram: 1. **Circle and Tangent Line:** - The circle is positioned such that a tangent line intersects it at one point. - An arrow horizontally extends from the left, indicating the direction of the tangent line. 2. **Triangle Formation:** - A right-angled triangle is formed, which has one vertex at the point of tangency. - Angle ∠65° is measured where the tangent meets one of the triangle's sides. 3. **Angle Measurement:** - The angle inside the triangle, adjacent to the circle, is indicated as ∠x°. ### How to Solve: Given that the tangent to a circle and the radius at the point of tangency are perpendicular, we understand that the right angle (90°) is formed between the radius and the tangent line. We notice: 1. The triangle includes the angles: ∠65°, ∠x°, and a right angle (90°). 2. By the sum of angles in a triangle property, we know: \[ \text{Sum of angles} = 180° \] Thus, for the angles of this particular triangle: \[ x° + 65° + 90° = 180° \] ### Calculation: \[ x° = 180° - (65° + 90°) \] \[ x° = 180° - 155° \] \[ x° = 25° \] So, the angle \(\mathbf{x}\) is \( \mathbf{25°} \).
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