Math Problem Statement

What is the measure of ∠CAB and ∠CAE in the diagram below?

Solution

The diagram shows a triangle with two given angles: ABC=46\angle ABC = 46^\circ and ACB=52\angle ACB = 52^\circ. We are asked to find the measure of CAB\angle CAB and CAE\angle CAE.

Step 1: Find CAB\angle CAB

In any triangle, the sum of the interior angles is 180180^\circ. Therefore, to find CAB\angle CAB, we use the following equation:

CAB+ABC+ACB=180\angle CAB + \angle ABC + \angle ACB = 180^\circ

Substituting the known values:

CAB+46+52=180\angle CAB + 46^\circ + 52^\circ = 180^\circ

CAB=1804652=82\angle CAB = 180^\circ - 46^\circ - 52^\circ = 82^\circ

Thus, CAB=82\angle CAB = 82^\circ.

Step 2: Find CAE\angle CAE

Since AEAE is shown as a straight line, CAE\angle CAE is a supplementary angle to CAB\angle CAB, meaning:

CAE+CAB=180\angle CAE + \angle CAB = 180^\circ

Substituting the value of CAB=82\angle CAB = 82^\circ:

CAE=18082=98\angle CAE = 180^\circ - 82^\circ = 98^\circ

Thus, CAE=98\angle CAE = 98^\circ.

Final Answers:

  • CAB=82\angle CAB = 82^\circ
  • CAE=98\angle CAE = 98^\circ

Would you like further details on any of the steps or any other questions? Here are five related questions that could expand your understanding:

  1. How do we prove that the sum of interior angles in a triangle is always 180180^\circ?
  2. What are supplementary angles and how are they used in geometry problems?
  3. Can you explain how exterior angles of a triangle relate to the interior angles?
  4. What is the difference between complementary and supplementary angles?
  5. How do straight angles help in finding unknown angles in complex figures?

Tip: Always double-check your calculations, especially when working with angle sums and supplementary relationships, as small errors can lead to incorrect conclusions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles in a Triangle
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°
Supplementary angles: ∠x + ∠y = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem
Supplementary Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9