Answer:
m∠R is 72°
Step-by-step explanation:
In the given figure
∵ ΔPQR ≅ ΔUVW
→ From congruency
∵ m∠P = m∠U
∵ m∠Q = m∠V
∴ m∠R = m∠W
∵ m∠R = (10x - 18)°
∵ m∠W = 8x°
∵ m∠R = m∠W
→ Equate their measures
∴ 10x - 18 = 8x
→ Add 18 to both sides
∵ 10x - 18 + 18 = 8x + 18
∴ 10x = 8x + 18
→ Subtract 8x from both sides
∴ 10x - 8x = 8x - 8x + 18
∴ 2x = 18
→ Divide both sides by 2 to find x
∴ x = 9
→ Substitute the value of x in the m∠R
∵ m∠R = 10(9) - 18
∴ m∠R = 90 - 18
∴ m∠R = 72°
∴ m∠R is 72°
