Math Problem Statement

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Work out angle x in quadrilateral ABCD, where AB = 8 cm, AD = 6 cm, CD = 13 cm, and angle C = 29 degrees. The angle at D is a right angle.

Solution

To find the angle xx in quadrilateral ABCDABCD, we note the following:

  • We know angle CC is 2929^\circ.
  • Triangle BCDBCD can have its angles determined using the triangle sum theorem, which states that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180180^\circ.

Thus, in triangle BCDBCD: B+D+C=180\angle B + \angle D + \angle C = 180^\circ Given that C=29\angle C = 29^\circ, and assuming B=x\angle B = x and D=90\angle D = 90^\circ (as indicated by the square in the corner at point DD), we can set up the equation: x+90+29=180x + 90^\circ + 29^\circ = 180^\circ

Let's solve this equation to find xx.The value of angle xx in quadrilateral ABCDABCD is 6161^\circ.

Would you like more details on how this was calculated or have any other questions? Here are some related topics you might consider:

  1. How can the triangle sum theorem be used to solve other problems involving polygons?
  2. What are the properties of different types of quadrilaterals?
  3. How would the method change if DD was not a right angle?
  4. How to calculate the area of quadrilateral ABCDABCD using the given side lengths and angles?
  5. What are the principles of trigonometry that could help solve for other unknowns in such shapes?

Tip: Always verify that a triangle's angles add up to 180180^\circ and use this to check your work when calculating unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180 degrees

Theorems

Triangle Sum Theorem
Right Triangle Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-11