Math Problem Statement

In ΔBCD, m, angle, B, equals, left parenthesis, 8, x, plus, 13, right parenthesis, degreesm∠B=(8x+13) ∘ , m, angle, C, equals, left parenthesis, 2, x, plus, 13, right parenthesis, degreesm∠C=(2x+13) ∘ , and m, angle, D, equals, left parenthesis, x, plus, 11, right parenthesis, degreesm∠D=(x+11) ∘ . What is the value of x, question markx?

Solution

In a triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always 180180^\circ. Therefore, for triangle ΔBCD\Delta BCD, we can write the following equation for the sum of the angles:

mB+mC+mD=180m\angle B + m\angle C + m\angle D = 180^\circ

Substitute the given expressions for the angles:

(8x+13)+(2x+13)+(x+11)=180(8x + 13) + (2x + 13) + (x + 11) = 180

Now, combine like terms:

8x+2x+x+13+13+11=1808x + 2x + x + 13 + 13 + 11 = 180 11x+37=18011x + 37 = 180

Subtract 37 from both sides:

11x=14311x = 143

Now, divide by 11:

x=14311=13x = \frac{143}{11} = 13

Thus, the value of xx is:

x=13x = 13

Would you like a breakdown of the steps, or do you have any other questions?

Related Questions:

  1. What are the measures of angles B\angle B, C\angle C, and D\angle D after finding xx?
  2. How would the solution change if one of the angles was given as an exterior angle?
  3. Can the same approach be used for non-triangular polygons? Why or why not?
  4. How do you solve similar problems for an isosceles or equilateral triangle?
  5. What happens if one of the angles was expressed as a quadratic function of xx?

Tip:

Always remember that the sum of the interior angles of any triangle is 180180^\circ, which is a fundamental rule in geometry.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Algebra
Angle Sum in Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9