Math Problem Statement
Two angles of a triangle have the same measure and the third one is 30 degrees greater than the measure of each of the other two. Find the measure of the LARGEST angle in the triangle.
Answer: The LARGEST angle has a measure of degrees.
Solution
Let's denote the measure of the two equal angles as .
According to the problem:
- The third angle is 30 degrees greater than each of the equal angles, so the measure of the third angle is .
In a triangle, the sum of all angles is always 180 degrees, so we can write the equation:
Simplify the equation:
Now, subtract 30 from both sides:
Next, divide by 3:
So, the measure of the two equal angles is 50 degrees. The third angle, which is the largest, is:
Thus, the measure of the largest angle is 80 degrees.
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Tip: In any triangle, the largest angle is opposite the longest side.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Geometry
Triangles
Formulas
Sum of angles in a triangle = 180 degrees
Equation for equal angles: 2x + (x + 30) = 180
Theorems
Triangle Angle Sum Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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