Math Problem Statement
Solution
To calculate the size of the angle , we can use the property of the exterior angles formed by extending the sides of the pentagon. Here's the step-by-step solution:
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The sum of the exterior angles of any polygon is always , regardless of the number of sides. In this case, the exterior angles are the angles between the extensions of the sides and the interior angles of the pentagon.
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From the image, the five interior angles of the pentagon are labeled as:
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Let's calculate the sum of the interior angles of a pentagon: We already know four of the interior angles, so: Therefore, the fifth interior angle is:
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The exterior angle corresponding to each interior angle is supplementary (i.e., adds up to ) with the interior angle. So the exterior angle corresponding to the unknown interior angle will be:
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Polygons
Exterior Angles
Formulas
Sum of exterior angles of any polygon = 360 degrees
Sum of interior angles = (n-2) * 180 degrees
Theorems
Exterior Angle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12