Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x in the given quadrilateral where diagonal parts are expressed as 2(x + 6), 24, 4x, and 24.

Solution

The image shows a problem involving a quadrilateral with diagonals. To find the value of xx, the equation for the diagonals' lengths is given:

  • One diagonal has expressions 2(x+6)2(x + 6) and 2424.
  • The other diagonal has expressions 4x4x and 2424.

Since these diagonals bisect each other in a parallelogram, we can set the two segments of each diagonal equal to one another:

  1. For the first diagonal: 2(x+6)=242(x + 6) = 24 Solve for xx: 2(x+6)=24    x+6=12    x=62(x + 6) = 24 \implies x + 6 = 12 \implies x = 6

Thus, the value of xx is 6.

Do you need further clarification or more details? Here are some related questions:

  1. How can the properties of diagonals in parallelograms help solve problems?
  2. What are other properties of diagonals in parallelograms?
  3. Can you provide more examples where diagonals bisect each other in different quadrilaterals?
  4. How would the solution change if the given shape was not a parallelogram?
  5. What role does symmetry play in solving problems with diagonals?

Tip: Always check if diagonals bisect each other in quadrilateral problems—it simplifies calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Diagonals in Parallelograms

Formulas

Diagonal bisector property in parallelograms

Theorems

Diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each other

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7-8