Math Problem Statement

In ΔEFG and ΔYXZ, m∠F ≅ m∠X and m∠E ≅ m∠Y. If m∠E = 62° and m∠X = 80°, what is the measure of ∠F?

38° 62° 80° 142°

Solution

In triangles EFG\triangle EFG and YXZ\triangle YXZ, we know the following:

  1. mFmXm\angle F \cong m\angle X
  2. mEmYm\angle E \cong m\angle Y
  3. mE=62m\angle E = 62^\circ and mX=80m\angle X = 80^\circ

Since the sum of angles in a triangle is always 180180^\circ, we can find the measure of mFm\angle F as follows:

Given: mE+mF+mG=180m\angle E + m\angle F + m\angle G = 180^\circ Substituting mE=62m\angle E = 62^\circ and mF=80m\angle F = 80^\circ: 62+80+mG=18062^\circ + 80^\circ + m\angle G = 180^\circ

Solving for mGm\angle G: mG=180142=38m\angle G = 180^\circ - 142^\circ = 38^\circ

Thus, the measure of mFm\angle F is 80°.


Do you need further clarification on any of these steps, or have additional questions?

  1. What is the Triangle Sum Theorem?
  2. How can angle congruence help in solving triangle problems?
  3. What if only two angles were given in each triangle?
  4. Can two triangles be similar with only angle information?
  5. How do congruent angles affect triangle congruence?

Tip: In any triangle, knowing two angles allows you to find the third by subtracting their sum from 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Congruence
Angle Sum in Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle: m∠A + m∠B + m∠C = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Sum Theorem
Congruent Angles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10