Math Problem Statement

If m∠ABC = 94°, then what is the value of x?

Solution

The given diagram shows an angle ABC\angle ABC that is split into two angles by point DD. The two angles formed are labeled as:

  • ABD=(3x+15)\angle ABD = (3x + 15)^\circ
  • DBC=(x+7)\angle DBC = (x + 7)^\circ

The total angle ABC\angle ABC is given as 9494^\circ.

To find xx, we can use the fact that:

ABC=ABD+DBC\angle ABC = \angle ABD + \angle DBC

Substitute the given expressions:

94=(3x+15)+(x+7)94^\circ = (3x + 15)^\circ + (x + 7)^\circ

Now, simplify the equation:

94=3x+15+x+794 = 3x + 15 + x + 7 94=4x+2294 = 4x + 22

Next, solve for xx:

9422=4x94 - 22 = 4x 72=4x72 = 4x x=724=18x = \frac{72}{4} = 18

Thus, the value of xx is 1818.

Would you like a detailed explanation on how I arrived at this solution? Let me know if you have further questions!

Here are some related questions you might want to explore:

  1. How would the answer change if mABCm\angle ABC were different?
  2. What is the measure of ABD\angle ABD and DBC\angle DBC using the value of xx?
  3. How do you verify that ABC\angle ABC sums up correctly with the found value of xx?
  4. What if another point EE divided ABC\angle ABC into three angles? How would you solve it?
  5. Can you derive a similar equation for xx using a different geometric property?

Tip: Always check the sum of angles when solving for unknowns in angle-based geometry problems to ensure the relationships hold.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Sum

Formulas

m∠ABC = m∠ABD + m∠DBC

Theorems

Angle Addition Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7-9