Math Problem Statement

Write an equation for the sum of the angles in this triangle. Use your equation to find the value of x.

Solution

In the given triangle, we have the following angles:

  • One angle is 6060^\circ,
  • Another angle is 3x3x,
  • The third angle is xx.

To find the value of xx, we can use the fact that the sum of the angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ. Therefore, the equation for the sum of the angles is:

60+3x+x=18060^\circ + 3x + x = 180^\circ

Simplifying this equation:

60+4x=18060^\circ + 4x = 180^\circ

Now, subtract 60 from both sides:

4x=1204x = 120^\circ

Finally, divide by 4:

x=30x = 30^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is 3030^\circ.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are five related questions to expand on this:

  1. What would the equation be if the known angle was 7070^\circ instead of 6060^\circ?
  2. How can you check if your solution is correct by substituting x=30x = 30^\circ into the angles of the triangle?
  3. What would the angles of the triangle be if x=25x = 25^\circ?
  4. How do we know the sum of angles in any triangle is always 180180^\circ?
  5. How would you solve a similar problem with an isosceles triangle?

Tip: Always verify your answers by checking that the angles sum to 180180^\circ after solving for unknowns in triangles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Algebra
Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Sum of angles in a triangle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8