Math Problem Statement

The sum of the angles of a triangle is 180 degrees. Angle B is twice as large as angle A, and angle C is 12 degrees less than the sum of the other two angles. Find the measure of each angle.

Solution

The problem in the image states:

"The sum of the angles of a triangle is 180 degrees. Angle B is twice as large as angle A, and angle C is 12 degrees less than the sum of the other two angles. Find the measure of each angle."

Let's define the angles:

  • Let angle A be AA.
  • Angle B is twice as large as angle A, so B=2AB = 2A.
  • Angle C is 12 degrees less than the sum of angles A and B, so C=(A+B)12C = (A + B) - 12.

The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees, so we can set up the equation:

A+B+C=180A + B + C = 180

Substitute B=2AB = 2A and C=(A+B)12C = (A + B) - 12 into the equation:

A+2A+[(A+2A)12]=180A + 2A + [(A + 2A) - 12] = 180

Simplifying:

A+2A+(3A12)=180A + 2A + (3A - 12) = 180

6A12=1806A - 12 = 180

Add 12 to both sides:

6A=1926A = 192

Now, solve for AA:

A=1926=32A = \frac{192}{6} = 32

So, A=32A = 32^\circ.

Now, find BB:

B=2A=2(32)=64B = 2A = 2(32) = 64^\circ

And find CC:

C=(A+B)12=(32+64)12=84C = (A + B) - 12 = (32 + 64) - 12 = 84^\circ

Thus, the measures of the angles are:

  • A=32A = 32^\circ
  • B=64B = 64^\circ
  • C=84C = 84^\circ

Would you like further explanation on any of the steps?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What is the general rule for the sum of angles in any triangle?
  2. How would the problem change if angle B was three times angle A instead of twice?
  3. Can you solve a triangle problem using only one angle and the difference between the others?
  4. How can this problem be applied to real-life geometry problems?
  5. How does the formula for exterior angles differ from interior angles in a triangle?

Tip: Always start by identifying relationships between angles or sides when solving for unknowns in a triangle!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Angles in a Triangle

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle: A + B + C = 180
Angle B = 2A
Angle C = (A + B) - 12

Theorems

Sum of angles in a triangle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9