Math Problem Statement

Given that AOC is a straight line, find the value of x from the following figure

Given that AOC is a straight line, find the value of x from the following figure.

Solution

To solve this problem:

We know that AOCAOC is a straight line. This means that the sum of the angles along the line at point OO is 180180^\circ. From the figure:

80+41+x=18080^\circ + 41^\circ + x = 180^\circ

Simplify the equation:

121+x=180121^\circ + x = 180^\circ

Solve for xx:

x=180121=59x = 180^\circ - 121^\circ = 59^\circ

Final Answer:

x=59x = 59^\circ

Would you like more clarification or examples on this? Here are five questions for deeper understanding:

  1. Why do angles on a straight line sum to 180180^\circ?
  2. Can you solve a similar problem with different angles?
  3. What happens if one angle is x+10x+10? How do you solve for xx?
  4. How do we apply this concept in polygons?
  5. Can this be extended to angles around a point?

Tip: Always check whether a line is straight (sum of 180180^\circ) or a full circle (sum of 360360^\circ) to ensure correct calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles on a Straight Line

Formulas

Sum of angles on a straight line = 180°

Theorems

Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8