Math Problem Statement

In the diagram below, angle, B, \cong, angle, B, A, D, \cong, angle, A, D, C∠B≅∠BAD≅∠ADC and m, angle, A, D, E, equals, 80, degrees, .m∠ADE=80 ∘ . Find m, angle, C, .m∠C.

Solution

In this problem, you're working with a geometric diagram where multiple angles are congruent, and you're asked to find the measure of mCm\angle C. Here's a step-by-step approach:

  1. Given information:

    • BBADADC\angle B \cong \angle BAD \cong \angle ADC, which means these three angles are congruent (equal in measure).
    • mADE=80m\angle ADE = 80^\circ, meaning the measure of angle ADEADE is 80 degrees.
  2. Triangle ADEADE: The triangle ADEADE has angle ADE=80ADE = 80^\circ, and the sum of all interior angles in any triangle is always 180 degrees.

  3. Finding the other angles in triangle ADEADE: Let's say the measure of angle DAEDAE is xx, then the sum of the interior angles of triangle ADEADE is: mADE+mDAE+mDEA=180m\angle ADE + m\angle DAE + m\angle DEA = 180^\circ 80+x+mDEA=18080^\circ + x + m\angle DEA = 180^\circ Thus: x+mDEA=100x + m\angle DEA = 100^\circ

  4. Congruent angles: Since BBADADC\angle B \cong \angle BAD \cong \angle ADC, the measures of these angles are equal. If you know or assume any relationships between the diagram's structure or additional angle information, you can proceed to calculate mCm\angle C.

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Related Questions:

  1. How are angles ADE\angle ADE and DAE\angle DAE related in the triangle?
  2. What is the total measure of interior angles in any triangle?
  3. How can we use the congruent angles in this problem to find mCm\angle C?
  4. How does the property of congruent angles help in triangle problems?
  5. What would happen if the sum of angles in a triangle was not 180 degrees?

Tip: Always check for congruent triangles or isosceles triangles in geometric problems—they often simplify the calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Congruent Angles
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a triangle: m∠A + m∠B + m∠C = 180°

Theorems

Congruent Angles Theorem
Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10