Math Problem Statement

Find angles x,y and z

Solution

Let's analyze and solve the angles xx, yy, and zz in the triangles shown in the image.

Triangle 4.1

  • Given: A=44\angle A = 44^\circ, B=56\angle B = 56^\circ
  • Unknown: C=x\angle C = x

Using the angle sum property of a triangle: x=1804456=80x = 180^\circ - 44^\circ - 56^\circ = 80^\circ So, x=80x = 80^\circ.

Triangle 4.2

  • Given: P=132\angle P = 132^\circ, Q=28\angle Q = 28^\circ
  • Unknown: R=y\angle R = y

Using the angle sum property of a triangle: y=18013228=20y = 180^\circ - 132^\circ - 28^\circ = 20^\circ So, y=20y = 20^\circ.

Triangle 4.3

  • Given: D=26\angle D = 26^\circ, E=72\angle E = 72^\circ
  • Unknown: F=z\angle F = z

Using the angle sum property of a triangle: z=1802672=82z = 180^\circ - 26^\circ - 72^\circ = 82^\circ So, z=82z = 82^\circ.

Summary

  • x=80x = 80^\circ
  • y=20y = 20^\circ
  • z=82z = 82^\circ

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Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How would you calculate the angles in an isosceles triangle?
  2. What is the significance of the exterior angle theorem in triangles?
  3. Can the angles in any triangle be obtuse? Why or why not?
  4. How would you solve for angles in a right triangle using trigonometric ratios?
  5. How does the angle sum property apply to non-Euclidean geometry?

Tip: Always verify if the triangle is a special type (like isosceles or equilateral) before solving for angles; this can simplify the calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Properties
Angle Sum Property

Formulas

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Theorems

Angle Sum Property of Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

High School