Math Problem Statement

In the diagram below, AD ⊥ DC, m∠C = 57° and m∠B = 43°. Find m∠CAB.

Solution

In the given diagram, we are tasked with finding the measure of angle CAB\angle CAB.

Known information:

  • ADDCAD \perp DC, meaning that ADC=90\angle ADC = 90^\circ.
  • mC=57m\angle C = 57^\circ (given).
  • mB=43m\angle B = 43^\circ (given).

Approach:

  1. Understanding the structure:

    • ABC\triangle ABC is the triangle of interest.
    • ADAD is perpendicular to DCDC, meaning ADC\triangle ADC is a right triangle.
  2. Using angle sum property of triangles: In any triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always 180180^\circ. So, in ABC\triangle ABC: mCAB+mB+mC=180m\angle CAB + m\angle B + m\angle C = 180^\circ Substituting the given values: mCAB+43+57=180m\angle CAB + 43^\circ + 57^\circ = 180^\circ Simplifying: mCAB+100=180m\angle CAB + 100^\circ = 180^\circ mCAB=180100=80m\angle CAB = 180^\circ - 100^\circ = 80^\circ

Thus, the measure of CAB\angle CAB is 80°.

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Relative questions:

  1. How can the angle sum property be used in different types of triangles?
  2. Why is ADDCAD \perp DC relevant in this problem?
  3. How do perpendicular lines affect the angles in a triangle?
  4. Can you explain how we find unknown angles in any triangle using the given angles?
  5. What other properties of triangles could be useful in solving problems like this?

Tip: Always check if the sum of angles in any triangle adds up to 180° to verify the correctness of your answer.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Angle Sum Property

Formulas

Angle Sum Property of a Triangle: m∠A + m∠B + m∠C = 180°

Theorems

Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10