Question

I need help with Geometry

Answer 1

Answer:

We conclude that segment QR is the shortest.

Hence, option B is true.

Step-by-step explanation:

First, we need to determine the missing angle m∠R

Given the triangle Δ∠PQR

m∠P = 48°

m∠Q = 83°

m∠R = ?

We know the sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

m∠P+m∠Q+m∠R = 180°

48°+83°+m∠R=180°

m∠R = 180° - 48° - 83°

m∠R = 49°

Thus, the value of m∠R = 49°

We know that the longest side in a triangle is opposite the largest angle, and the shortest side is opposite the smallest angle.

Here,

m∠P = 48° is the shortest angle.

As the side QR segment is opposite the smallest angle i.e. m∠P = 48°

Therefore, we conclude that segment QR is the shortest.

Hence, option B is true.