Math Problem Statement

BD bisects ∠ABC. Find m∠ABD, m∠CBD, and m∠ABC.

Solution

We are given that BDBD bisects ABC\angle ABC, and the measurements of the angles are expressed in terms of xx. Here's how we can solve for mABDm\angle ABD, mCBDm\angle CBD, and mABCm\angle ABC:

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Expression for the angles:

    • mABD=(3x+6)m\angle ABD = (3x + 6)^\circ
    • mCBD=(7x18)m\angle CBD = (7x - 18)^\circ
  2. Angle bisector property: Since BDBD bisects ABC\angle ABC, we know that: mABD=mCBDm\angle ABD = m\angle CBD

    Therefore, we can set the two expressions equal to each other: 3x+6=7x183x + 6 = 7x - 18

  3. Solve for xx: 3x+6=7x183x + 6 = 7x - 18 Subtract 3x3x from both sides: 6=4x186 = 4x - 18 Add 18 to both sides: 24=4x24 = 4x Divide by 4: x=6x = 6

  4. Find mABDm\angle ABD and mCBDm\angle CBD: Substitute x=6x = 6 into the expressions for mABDm\angle ABD and mCBDm\angle CBD: mABD=3(6)+6=18+6=24m\angle ABD = 3(6) + 6 = 18 + 6 = 24^\circ mCBD=7(6)18=4218=24m\angle CBD = 7(6) - 18 = 42 - 18 = 24^\circ

  5. Find mABCm\angle ABC: Since BDBD bisects ABC\angle ABC, we know: mABC=mABD+mCBD=24+24=48m\angle ABC = m\angle ABD + m\angle CBD = 24^\circ + 24^\circ = 48^\circ

Final Answers:

  • mABD=24m\angle ABD = 24^\circ
  • mCBD=24m\angle CBD = 24^\circ
  • mABC=48m\angle ABC = 48^\circ

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How would the solution change if BDBD did not bisect ABC\angle ABC?
  2. What happens if BDBD bisects a right angle at ABC\angle ABC?
  3. Can angle bisectors always divide an angle into two equal parts in non-Euclidean geometry?
  4. How would you find xx if the bisected angle had been expressed differently?
  5. How does the concept of angle bisectors apply in triangle constructions?

Tip: When solving angle-related problems, always check if there are additional geometric properties, such as symmetry or bisectors, to simplify the solution.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Bisector
Algebra

Formulas

Angle bisector property: m∠ABD = m∠CBD
Solving linear equations to find x

Theorems

Angle Bisector Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10