Math Problem Statement

AC = BC. ∠ABC = 72°. Find x.

Solution

We are given a triangle inscribed in a circle, with AC=BCAC = BC (i.e., triangle ABCABC is isosceles), and ABC=72\angle ABC = 72^\circ. We are tasked with finding xx, which represents ACB\angle ACB.

Steps to Solve:

  1. Since AC=BCAC = BC, triangle ABCABC is isosceles, so BAC=ACB=x\angle BAC = \angle ACB = x.

  2. The sum of the angles in any triangle must equal 180180^\circ. Therefore, in triangle ABCABC:

ABC+BAC+ACB=180\angle ABC + \angle BAC + \angle ACB = 180^\circ

Substitute the given angle and the unknowns:

72+x+x=18072^\circ + x + x = 180^\circ

  1. Simplifying the equation:

72+2x=18072^\circ + 2x = 180^\circ

2x=18072=1082x = 180^\circ - 72^\circ = 108^\circ

x=1082=54x = \frac{108^\circ}{2} = 54^\circ

Thus, x=54x = 54^\circ.

Conclusion:

The measure of ACB\angle ACB is 5454^\circ.

Do you have any questions or would you like a further explanation?

Here are five related questions:

  1. How do we calculate the angles in any triangle?
  2. What are the properties of an isosceles triangle?
  3. How do we use the sum of angles in a triangle to solve for unknowns?
  4. What are the rules for angles in a cyclic quadrilateral?
  5. How do we use geometric theorems to solve problems involving circles?

Tip: When solving problems involving isosceles triangles, remember that two angles are equal, which simplifies finding unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Isosceles Triangle
Circle Theorems

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Base angles theorem for isosceles triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10