Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of ∠B and** ∠E in the similar triangles.

Find the measure of ∠B and ∠E in the similar triangles.

Solution

To solve for the angles B\angle B and E\angle E in the similar triangles shown in the image, we will use the properties of similar triangles and the fact that the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180180^\circ.

Step 1: Identify the angles

  • Given: A=90\angle A = 90^\circ (since ABE\triangle ABE is a right triangle).
  • C=53\angle C = 53^\circ.

Step 2: Use the properties of similar triangles

  • Triangles ABC\triangle ABC, ADE\triangle ADE, and EBC\triangle EBC are all similar by the AA (Angle-Angle) similarity criterion.

Step 3: Determine B\angle B

  • In ABC\triangle ABC, since C=53\angle C = 53^\circ and A=90\angle A = 90^\circ, the third angle B\angle B can be calculated as: B=180AC=1809053=37\angle B = 180^\circ - \angle A - \angle C = 180^\circ - 90^\circ - 53^\circ = 37^\circ

Step 4: Determine E\angle E

  • Since ADE\triangle ADE is similar to ABC\triangle ABC, E\angle E corresponds to C\angle C in ABC\triangle ABC.
    • Therefore, E=C=53\angle E = \angle C = 53^\circ.

Final Answer:

  • B=37\angle B = 37^\circ
  • E=53\angle E = 53^\circ

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How would you verify that the triangles are indeed similar?
  2. What would be the lengths of sides ABAB, ACAC, and BCBC if given one of the side lengths?
  3. How would you find D\angle D in the triangle ADE\triangle ADE?
  4. Can you calculate the height of point EE above ABAB if given the side lengths?
  5. How does the sum of angles property apply to other polygons?

Tip: In similar triangles, corresponding angles are equal, and the ratios of corresponding sides are proportional.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Similar Triangles
Angle Sum Property

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Angle-Angle (AA) Similarity Criterion

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10