Math Problem Statement

The measures of two angles of a triangle are 61° and 84°. What is the measure of the third angle?

Solution

To solve this problem, we use the triangle angle sum property, which states that the sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180180^\circ.

Given:

  • First angle = 6161^\circ
  • Second angle = 8484^\circ

Let the third angle be xx. According to the triangle angle sum property:

61+84+x=18061^\circ + 84^\circ + x = 180^\circ

Simplifying:

145+x=180145^\circ + x = 180^\circ

Subtracting 145145^\circ from both sides:

x=180145=35x = 180^\circ - 145^\circ = 35^\circ

Thus, the measure of the third angle is 3535^\circ.

Would you like a detailed explanation or further assistance?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. What is the triangle angle sum property?
  2. How do you calculate missing angles in a triangle?
  3. What are the properties of an obtuse triangle?
  4. Can a triangle have more than one obtuse angle?
  5. How can the triangle inequality theorem help determine side lengths?

Tip: Always check if the sum of the given angles equals 180180^\circ to verify calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7