In ΔPQR, P R ‾ PR is extended through point R to point S, m∠PQR = ( 2 x + 14 ) ∘ (2x+14) ∘ , m∠QRS = ( 9 x − 8 ) ∘ (9x−8) ∘ , and m∠RPQ = ( 2 x + 8 ) ∘ (2x+8) ∘ . Find m∠QRS.
Thales was an ancient philosopher familiar with similar triangles. one story about him says that he found the height of a pyramid by measuring its shadow and his own shadow at the same time. if the person is 5-ft tall, what is the height of the pyramid in the drawing?
Sally deposited money into a savings account paying 4% simple interest per year. the first year, she earned $75 in interest. how much interest will she earn during the following year?