Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x

If x : y : z = 2 : 3 : 4, find the value of x.

Solution

The given problem asks to find the value of angle xx, given that the ratio of the angles is x:y:z=2:3:4x : y : z = 2 : 3 : 4.

Steps:

  1. Sum of angles in a triangle: The sum of angles in a triangle is always 180°. Therefore, we have: x+y+z=180x + y + z = 180^\circ

  2. Use the ratio to express the angles: Since x:y:z=2:3:4x : y : z = 2 : 3 : 4, let the common ratio be kk. This means we can express the angles as: x=2k,y=3k,z=4kx = 2k, \quad y = 3k, \quad z = 4k

  3. Set up the equation: Substitute the expressions for xx, yy, and zz into the sum of the angles equation: 2k+3k+4k=1802k + 3k + 4k = 180^\circ Simplify the equation: 9k=1809k = 180^\circ Solve for kk: k=1809=20k = \frac{180^\circ}{9} = 20^\circ

  4. Find the value of xx: Now, substitute k=20k = 20^\circ into the expression for xx: x=2k=2×20=40x = 2k = 2 \times 20^\circ = 40^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is 4040^\circ.

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Additional Related Questions:

  1. What is the value of angle yy in this triangle?
  2. How would you find the value of angle zz using this method?
  3. What is the sum of angles yy and zz together?
  4. How does the ratio of angles change if the sum of the angles were different?
  5. Can this triangle be classified based on its angles (e.g., acute, right, obtuse)?

Tip:

When working with angle ratios, always ensure that the sum of angles in any triangle is 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Ratios
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

x + y + z = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9