Math Problem Statement

Find the measures of angles 1 through 5 in the figure shown.

Solution

The problem in the image asks to find the measures of angles 1 through 5 in a triangle figure. Here's a breakdown of how we can approach it based on the given information:

  • The triangle is labeled with angles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
  • One angle is marked as 68° and another as 52°, which likely refers to the internal angles of the triangle.
  • There is also a right angle (marked by a square in the figure).

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Angle 3 (Right Angle): The symbol shows that Angle 3 is a right angle. Therefore, angle 3 = 90°.

  2. Angle 1 (In a Triangle): The sum of the interior angles in any triangle is always 180°. We already know two angles:

    • Angle 3 = 90° (from the right angle)
    • Angle 2 = 52°

    Using the sum of interior angles in the triangle: Angle 1+Angle 2+Angle 3=180°\text{Angle 1} + \text{Angle 2} + \text{Angle 3} = 180° Substituting the known values: Angle 1+52°+90°=180°\text{Angle 1} + 52° + 90° = 180° Simplifying: Angle 1=180°142°=38°\text{Angle 1} = 180° - 142° = 38°

  3. Angle 4 and Angle 5 (Supplementary and Vertical Angles):

    • Angle 4 and the 68° angle form a linear pair (they are on a straight line). The sum of angles on a straight line is 180°, so: Angle 4+68°=180°\text{Angle 4} + 68° = 180° Therefore: Angle 4=180°68°=112°\text{Angle 4} = 180° - 68° = 112°
    • Since angles 5 and 4 are vertical angles (formed by intersecting lines), they are equal: Angle 5=112°\text{Angle 5} = 112°

Final Answer:

  • Angle 1 = 38°
  • Angle 2 = 52°
  • Angle 3 = 90°
  • Angle 4 = 112°
  • Angle 5 = 112°

Would you like any more details or clarification?

Here are 5 related questions for further practice:

  1. How do you find the third angle in a triangle if two angles are known?
  2. What are vertical angles, and how are they related to intersecting lines?
  3. How do you determine supplementary angles on a straight line?
  4. What are the properties of right triangles?
  5. How can you calculate exterior angles in a triangle?

Tip: Remember, vertical angles are always equal, and supplementary angles always add up to 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Properties
Angles

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a triangle: Angle 1 + Angle 2 + Angle 3 = 180°
Supplementary angles: Angle 4 + adjacent angle = 180°

Theorems

Sum of interior angles of a triangle is 180°
Vertical angles are equal
Angles on a straight line sum to 180°

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9