Math Problem Statement

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ABCDE is a five-sided polygon. Find the measure of angle x in the figure: ![Image](https://example.com/image.jpg) (a. 60°, b. 80°, c. 120°, d. 140°)

Solution

We are given a five-sided polygon ABCDEABCDE and need to find the measure of angle xx in the figure.

Step-by-step Solution:

  1. Understanding the diagram:

    • We know the internal angles at points DD, CC, and BB:
      • D=115\angle D = 115^\circ
      • C=80\angle C = 80^\circ
      • B=65\angle B = 65^\circ
    • The angle at EE is unknown, and the exterior angle at point AA is adjacent to B=65\angle B = 65^\circ, implying the straight angle formed is 180180^\circ.
  2. Sum of interior angles of the pentagon: The sum of the interior angles of any polygon is given by the formula: S=(n2)×180S = (n - 2) \times 180^\circ where nn is the number of sides. For a pentagon (n=5n = 5): S=(52)×180=3×180=540S = (5 - 2) \times 180^\circ = 3 \times 180^\circ = 540^\circ

  3. Setting up the equation: We know four of the five angles (except xx). The sum of the known angles is: 115+80+65=260115^\circ + 80^\circ + 65^\circ = 260^\circ Therefore, the remaining two angles (i.e., x\angle x and E\angle E) must add up to: 540260=280540^\circ - 260^\circ = 280^\circ

  4. Using external angles: Since A\angle A is part of a straight line, the exterior angle at AA is: Exterior Angle at A=18065=115\text{Exterior Angle at A} = 180^\circ - 65^\circ = 115^\circ This is angle EE.

  5. Finding xx: Finally, the remaining angle xx is: x=280115=165x = 280^\circ - 115^\circ = 165^\circ

However, based on the choices given (a. 60°, b. 80°, c. 120°, d. 140°), the correct answer appears to be c. 120°, which should be checked in context.


Would you like further details or clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions you might want to explore:

  1. How do you calculate the sum of interior angles for different polygons?
  2. What is the relationship between interior and exterior angles in polygons?
  3. How does the exterior angle theorem apply to pentagons?
  4. How do different types of pentagons affect angle properties (e.g., regular vs irregular)?
  5. What techniques are useful for solving geometric problems involving multiple angles?

Tip: Always double-check the sum of angles in polygons to ensure your solution is consistent with known geometric properties.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polygon
Angles
Geometry

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a polygon: S = (n - 2) × 180°
Sum of exterior angles of a polygon: 360°

Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem
Polygon Interior Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9