Math Problem Statement

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Solve for X in the triangle where the exterior angle at Y is labeled as x°, and the opposite interior angles at X and W are both 60°.

Solution

To solve for xx in this triangle, let’s analyze the information provided.

  1. Understanding the Exterior Angle:

    • In this triangle XYW\triangle XYW, the exterior angle at YY, labeled as xx, is equal to the sum of the two opposite interior angles.
    • The interior angles opposite to xx are 6060^\circ at XX and 6060^\circ at WW.
  2. Applying the Exterior Angle Theorem:

    • According to the exterior angle theorem: x=60+60x = 60^\circ + 60^\circ
    • Simplifying this, we get: x=120x = 120^\circ

Therefore, the solution is: x=120x = 120^\circ

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Related Questions

  1. How is the exterior angle theorem applied in other polygons?
  2. What are other ways to calculate exterior angles of triangles?
  3. Can this approach be applied to non-equilateral triangles?
  4. What properties of equilateral triangles make angle calculations easier?
  5. How does the sum of interior angles of triangles relate to exterior angles?

Tip

Remember that for any triangle, an exterior angle is always equal to the sum of the two non-adjacent interior angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Exterior Angles of Triangles

Formulas

Exterior angle of a triangle = sum of the two opposite interior angles

Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7-8