Math Problem Statement
Brandon drew the following triangle.
Based on the diagram, which statement is true? A.The measure of an exterior angle of a triangle, angle C, is equal to the sum of the measures of angle A and angle B. B.The sum of the measures of the interior and exterior angles of a triangle is always 180°. C.The measure of an exterior angle of a triangle, angle C, is less than the sum of the measures of angle A and angle B. D.The sum of the measures of the interior and exterior angles of a triangle is always 360°.
Solution
The correct answer is A. The measure of an exterior angle of a triangle, angle C, is equal to the sum of the measures of angle A and angle B.
Explanation:
- The exterior angle theorem states that the measure of an exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of the measures of the two non-adjacent interior angles (the remote interior angles).
- In this case, if angle is the exterior angle, then its measure is equal to the sum of the measures of angles and , which are the two remote interior angles.
Incorrect Answers:
- B. The sum of an interior and exterior angle on the same vertex is always , but the sum of all interior and exterior angles of a triangle is not always .
- C. The measure of the exterior angle is actually equal to (not less than) the sum of the remote interior angles.
- D. The sum of the exterior angles of any polygon is always , but this does not apply to the interior and exterior angles together in this way.
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Related Questions:
- What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?
- How can you find the exterior angle of a triangle given two interior angles?
- What is the sum of the exterior angles of any polygon?
- How do we prove the exterior angle theorem using algebra?
- Can an exterior angle of a triangle be less than the sum of the interior angles?
Tip: Remember that the sum of the interior angles of any triangle is always 180°.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Triangles
Angles
Formulas
Sum of the interior angles of a triangle: 180°
Exterior angle theorem: Exterior angle = sum of remote interior angles
Theorems
Exterior Angle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8