Which expression gives the measure of angle RST in the diagram below?

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Problem

Which expression gives the measure of angle RST in the diagram below?

Step-by-step solution

The angle $\angle RST$ is an exterior angle to the circle. Its measure is half the difference of the intercepted arcs. The intercepted arcs are $162^{\circ}$ and $38^{\circ}$.

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Answer

$$\frac{1}{2}(162^{\circ} - 38^{\circ})$$