Math Problem Statement

Find x

Find the value of x in the given geometric configuration where angle measures and congruent segments are indicated.

Solution

To solve for xx, let's analyze the given geometry:

  1. Identify the angles and relationships:

    • We have a line segment BCBC divided at point DD.
    • The triangles ABD\triangle ABD and ACD\triangle ACD share side ADAD.
    • Angles BDA\angle BDA and ADC\angle ADC are equal because the opposite sides are marked as equal, indicating congruence by symmetry.
  2. Use the given angle measures:

    • BDA=45\angle BDA = 45^\circ
    • ACB=30\angle ACB = 30^\circ
  3. Sum of angles:

    • In triangle ABD\triangle ABD: ABD=180(x+45)=135x\angle ABD = 180^\circ - (x + 45^\circ) = 135^\circ - x
    • In triangle ACD\triangle ACD: CAD=180(x+30)=150x\angle CAD = 180^\circ - (x + 30^\circ) = 150^\circ - x
  4. Isosceles triangle properties:

    • Since ACD\triangle ACD and ABD\triangle ABD share properties (isosceles with equal segments), ABD=ACD=x\angle ABD = \angle ACD = x.
  5. Set up equations using angle sums:

    • For ABD\triangle ABD and ACD\triangle ACD: x+45+x=180    2x+45=180    2x=135    x=67.5x + 45^\circ + x = 180^\circ \implies 2x + 45^\circ = 180^\circ \implies 2x = 135^\circ \implies x = 67.5^\circ

Therefore, the value of xx is 67.567.5^\circ.

Do you want details on this explanation or have any questions?

Here are some related questions for further practice:

  1. What are the properties of isosceles triangles?
  2. How do angle sum properties apply in different triangles?
  3. What methods can be used to prove triangles are congruent?
  4. How can external angles help in finding internal angles?
  5. What are the rules of supplementary and complementary angles?

Tip: Always check for symmetrical properties in geometric figures to simplify calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Properties
Angle Sum Theorem
Congruent Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle is 180°
Properties of isosceles triangles

Theorems

Isosceles Triangle Theorem
Angle Sum Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11