Math Problem Statement

What is the value of x in a triangle where the given angles are 61° and 41°?

Solution

To find the value of xx in the triangle, we can use the fact that the sum of the interior angles of any triangle is always 180180^\circ.

Given:

  • One angle is 6161^\circ,
  • Another angle is 4141^\circ,
  • The third angle is xx^\circ.

We can set up the equation: x+61+41=180x + 61^\circ + 41^\circ = 180^\circ

Simplifying: x+102=180x + 102^\circ = 180^\circ

Now, solve for xx: x=180102=78x = 180^\circ - 102^\circ = 78^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is 7878^\circ.

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions you could explore:

  1. How do you calculate the sum of angles in a polygon?
  2. What is the exterior angle theorem in triangles?
  3. How does the Pythagorean theorem apply in right triangles?
  4. How would this change if the triangle were not a standard triangle but an isosceles one?
  5. Can you prove that the sum of the interior angles of any triangle is always 180°?

Tip: Always double-check the sum of angles when solving triangle problems to ensure they add up to 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Sum in Triangles

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a triangle: 180°

Theorems

Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8