Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x ? X =95°

Solution

To find the value of xx in the provided geometric diagram, let's analyze the problem.

  1. Understanding the Diagram:

    • The diagram shows a quadrilateral that appears to be a rhombus, given that all sides are equal.
    • The angle marked inside the rhombus is 9595^\circ.
    • The other two angles on the adjacent sides of the rhombus are labeled xx and xx.
  2. Properties of a Rhombus:

    • In a rhombus, opposite angles are equal.
    • The sum of the interior angles in any quadrilateral is 360360^\circ.
  3. Solution Steps:

    • Let’s denote the angles at the adjacent vertices (where xx is given) as A=x\angle A = x and B=x\angle B = x.
    • The angle between these adjacent vertices is given as 9595^\circ.
    • Since opposite angles are equal in a rhombus, the opposite angle will also be 9595^\circ.
  4. Calculation:

    • The sum of all interior angles of the rhombus is 360360^\circ.
    • Therefore: x+x+95+95=360x + x + 95^\circ + 95^\circ = 360^\circ
    • Simplifying this equation: 2x+190=3602x + 190^\circ = 360^\circ
    • Subtracting 190190^\circ from both sides: 2x=1702x = 170^\circ
    • Dividing by 2: x=85x = 85^\circ

So, the value of xx is 8585^\circ, not 9595^\circ. The 9595^\circ angle is given in the problem as part of the diagram, but xx is 8585^\circ.

Would you like more details or have any questions about this? Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. What are the properties of the angles in a rhombus?
  2. How would the solution change if the shape was not a rhombus?
  3. What is the significance of the sum of the interior angles in any polygon?
  4. How do the properties of a parallelogram relate to those of a rhombus?
  5. What are some other methods to find the unknown angle in a quadrilateral?

Tip: In geometry, always double-check the properties of shapes like rhombuses, parallelograms, and rectangles, as they often provide key insights into solving angle problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Quadrilaterals
Rhombus

Formulas

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Theorems

Properties of Rhombus
Sum of Interior Angles of a Quadrilateral

Suitable Grade Level

High School