Math Problem Statement
Solution
The question asks to determine the size of angle in a quadrilateral. The diagram provided shows that:
- (all sides are equal),
- ,
- .
Analyzing the Problem:
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The triangle is isosceles since , and one of the angles () is .
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The angles in triangle must sum to . Thus, the sum of the other two angles, and , must equal . Since the triangle is isosceles, . Therefore, .
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Now look at quadrilateral . The total interior angles of a quadrilateral sum to . Using the known angles:
- ,
- ,
- .
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To find (or ):
Thus, should be , not 72° as stated in the answer provided in the worksheet.
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Here are five related questions:
- How do you calculate the sum of angles in any polygon?
- How do you determine angles in isosceles triangles?
- What is the significance of the property in this problem?
- How would the problem change if one of the sides was not equal?
- What are the key properties of cyclic quadrilaterals?
Tip:
For any quadrilateral, always remember that the interior angles sum to .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Angles in Quadrilaterals
Isosceles Triangle
Formulas
Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°
Sum of angles in a quadrilateral = 360°
Theorems
Isosceles triangle theorem
Suitable Grade Level
High School
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