Math Problem Statement

Given a circle with chords AC and BE intersecting at point D inside the circle, where ∠ADE = 70° and ∠BDC = 85°, find the missing angle ∠BAE.

Solution

From the image, we can observe a circle with some labeled points and given angles. Here's the breakdown of the problem:

Key Points:

  1. A, B, C, E are points on the circumference of the circle.
  2. D is the intersection point of diagonals (or chords) ACAC and BEBE inside the circle.
  3. Angle ADE=70\angle ADE = 70^\circ, and angle BDC=85\angle BDC = 85^\circ.
  4. The task is to determine the missing angle (denoted by ??).

Solution:

In such diagrams, the inscribed angles theorem applies:

  • The measure of an inscribed angle subtended by the same arc is equal.
  • The angles opposite each other in a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle are supplementary.

Step 1: Angle Relationships in the Circle

The two angles ADE\angle ADE and BDC\angle BDC subtend arcs in the circle. The missing angle is BAE\angle BAE, which subtends the same arc as BDC\angle BDC.

Step 2: Complementary Angles

Using the property of a circle:

  • BAE=BDC\angle BAE = \angle BDC.
  • Therefore, BAE=85\angle BAE = 85^\circ.

Final Answer:

The missing angle is 85\mathbf{85^\circ}.

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the sum of all angles in a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle?
  2. How do you find angles subtended by the same chord of a circle?
  3. What is the relationship between opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral?
  4. How does the central angle relate to the inscribed angle in a circle?
  5. Can you determine the arc measures in this circle based on the given angles?

Tip: In a circle, always check for relationships between arcs and the angles subtended by them to simplify the problem.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Theorems
Inscribed Angles

Formulas

Inscribed Angle Theorem: An angle subtended by an arc at the circumference is equal to half the angle subtended by the same arc at the center.
Opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral are supplementary: ∠A + ∠C = 180°.

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem
Properties of Cyclic Quadrilaterals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11