Math Problem Statement

The diagram shows quadrilateral ABCD with AD extended to E. Angle BCD = 135°, angle BAD = 83°, and angle CDE = 122°. Find the value of x (angle ABC).

Solution

The diagram you provided shows a quadrilateral ABCD with an extended side AD. The angles given are:

  • ∠BCD = 135°
  • ∠BAD = 83°
  • ∠CDE = 122°

We are asked to find the value of x, which represents the angle ∠ABC.

Let's analyze the problem step by step.

  1. Since AD is extended to E, we can use the concept of supplementary angles on a straight line. The straight line at point D forms a supplementary angle with ∠CDE and ∠BCD.

    Therefore: CDE+BCD=180\angle CDE + \angle BCD = 180^\circ Substituting the values: 122+135=257122^\circ + 135^\circ = 257^\circ However, we need to focus on the angle at B, ∠ABC, to find x. Let's break this down more for clarity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Supplementary Angles
Angles in a Quadrilateral

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a quadrilateral = 360°
Supplementary angles on a straight line add up to 180°

Theorems

Angle sum property of a quadrilateral
Straight angle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10