Math Problem Statement

In the figure, m∠DBE = 50. Find each of the following: m∠BED, m∠BEA, x, y, BE, and BC.

Solution

Let's analyze the given problem and solve it step by step. The key provided information is:

  • mDBE=50m \angle DBE = 50^\circ
  • The diagram shows relationships involving xx and yy.

We will proceed in order:


16. mBEDm \angle BED:

  • Angle BEDBED and DBEDBE are vertical angles because they intersect at BB.
  • Vertical angles are congruent.

Thus:
mBED=mDBE=50.m \angle BED = m \angle DBE = 50^\circ.


17. mBEAm \angle BEA:

  • BEABEA is a straight angle composed of angles BEDBED and DEADEA.
    Since BEABEA is a straight line, its measure is 180180^\circ.

We know:
mBEA=mBED+mDEA.m \angle BEA = m \angle BED + m \angle DEA. Here BED=50\angle BED = 50^\circ, and by symmetry or splitting into congruent parts, DEA=50\angle DEA = 50^\circ.

Thus:
mBEA=50+50=100.m \angle BEA = 50^\circ + 50^\circ = 100^\circ.


18. Solve for xx:

From the triangle ABEABE, we see that segments marked with equal lines suggest congruency properties.

The diagram includes expressions like 6x26x - 2. We need to set up the congruent side conditions to solve xx. Given the symmetry and congruence relationships, let me confirm:

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Angle relationships
Congruent triangles
Linear pairs
Algebraic equations

Formulas

Vertical angles are congruent: m∠A = m∠B
Sum of angles on a straight line: m∠1 + m∠2 = 180°
Triangle congruence relationships (isosceles triangles)
Solving linear equations

Theorems

Vertical Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Theorem
Triangle Congruence Theorem (SSS, ASA)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11