Geometrical properties of circle

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The discussion focuses on solving a geometry homework problem related to the properties of circles. The user seeks assistance specifically with part (ii) of the question, having already calculated angles in parts (i) and (iii). They correctly identified that angles in the same segment are equal and applied the exterior angle theorem to find angle PRS. A hint is provided to introduce point C as the center of the circle to clarify the relationships between the angles. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding circle properties to solve the problem effectively.
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Homework Statement


Dear Mentors/PF helpers,

Please help me with part (ii), I couldn't find a way through this part.
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The Attempt at a Solution


My solutions:
(i) angle RPS = 65 deg (angles in the same segment are equal)

(iii) angle PRS = 110 - 65 = 45 ( exterior angle of triangle PSR equal two interior angles)
angle PQS = angle PRS = 45 (angles in the same segment are equal)
 
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Hint: Introduce the point C as center of the circle XPS to use the "touching" information.
 
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CSP should be PSC.

That is the same result I got.
 
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