Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x given that m∠A = (4x + 28)° in an isosceles triangle where AB = AC.

Solution

The diagram shows an isosceles triangle ABC\triangle ABC, where AB=ACAB = AC. The measure of angle AA, denoted as mAm\angle A, is given by (4x+28)(4x + 28)^\circ. Since ABC\triangle ABC is isosceles, the two base angles, B\angle B and C\angle C, are congruent.

We know that the sum of the angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ. Let the measure of angles BB and CC each be θ\theta. Therefore, we have the equation:

mA+mB+mC=180m\angle A + m\angle B + m\angle C = 180^\circ

Since mB=mC=θm\angle B = m\angle C = \theta, the equation becomes:

(4x+28)+2θ=180(4x + 28) + 2\theta = 180

Now, solve for θ\theta:

2θ=180(4x+28)2\theta = 180 - (4x + 28) 2θ=1524x2\theta = 152 - 4x θ=1524x2=762x\theta = \frac{152 - 4x}{2} = 76 - 2x

Since θ\theta represents the base angles BB and CC, we now have an expression for these angles in terms of xx.

Let me know if you'd like me to continue solving for xx or if you need clarification on any steps so far.

Here are 5 follow-up questions related to this problem:

  1. How do we derive the sum of interior angles of any triangle?
  2. What property of isosceles triangles makes B\angle B and C\angle C equal?
  3. How can we verify that the equation setup for solving xx is correct?
  4. What happens to the values of the angles when xx is increased?
  5. How would the problem change if it were not an isosceles triangle?

Tip: In any triangle, identifying congruent angles can simplify the calculation of unknown values using symmetry properties.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Isosceles Triangles
Algebra

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°
Base angles of an isosceles triangle are equal

Theorems

Sum of Interior Angles Theorem
Isosceles Triangle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10