Math Problem Statement

If m∠CAP = 34°, find ∠CAB.

Solution

In this problem, we are given:

  • CAP=34\angle CAP = 34^\circ
  • SS is the incenter of ABC\triangle ABC

Since SS is the incenter, it is the point where the angle bisectors of ABC\triangle ABC meet. Therefore:

  1. CAP\angle CAP is half of CAB\angle CAB because APAP is an angle bisector of CAB\angle CAB.

To find CAB\angle CAB: CAB=2×CAP=2×34=68\angle CAB = 2 \times \angle CAP = 2 \times 34^\circ = 68^\circ

So, the correct answer is: CAB=68\angle CAB = 68^\circ

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are some additional related questions for further exploration:

  1. How can the incenter property be used to find other angle measures in a triangle?
  2. If the incenter divides another angle in the triangle, what relationships exist between the divided angles?
  3. How does knowing one angle bisector affect understanding of a triangle’s properties?
  4. What properties define an incenter and differentiate it from other triangle centers, like the centroid?
  5. How would the solution differ if SS were the centroid instead of the incenter?

Tip: Remember, the incenter is equidistant from each side of the triangle and is the point of intersection for all angle bisectors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Bisectors
Triangles

Formulas

∠CAB = 2 × ∠CAP

Theorems

Incenter Theorem
Angle Bisector Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10