Math Problem Statement

A side of the triangle below has been extended to form an exterior angle of 64°. Find the value of x.

Solution

To solve this problem, we can use the fact that the exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of the two opposite interior angles.

Here, we are given:

  • An exterior angle of 6464^\circ.
  • One interior angle 4949^\circ.

Let the unknown angle xx be the other interior angle of the triangle.

According to the exterior angle theorem: Exterior angle=Sum of the two opposite interior angles\text{Exterior angle} = \text{Sum of the two opposite interior angles} Thus, 64=x+4964^\circ = x + 49^\circ Now, solving for xx: x=6449=15x = 64^\circ - 49^\circ = 15^\circ

So, the value of xx is 1515^\circ.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How is the exterior angle theorem derived from the triangle angle sum property?
  2. Can the exterior angle of a triangle ever be smaller than any of its interior angles?
  3. How do you determine the third interior angle of a triangle if two interior angles are known?
  4. How does the exterior angle relate to the interior angle adjacent to it?
  5. How can this concept be applied to non-triangular polygons?

Tip: Remember, the exterior angle theorem is a quick way to find unknown angles in a triangle when the exterior angle and one of the opposite angles are known!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Exterior Angle Theorem

Formulas

Exterior Angle = Sum of Opposite Interior Angles

Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9