Math Problem Statement

In the figure, AB is parallel to CD, AC = BD, ∠ADB = 80°, and ∠CAD = 20°. Find ∠ADC.

Solution

This is a geometry problem involving parallel lines and angles in a quadrilateral. Based on the information in the image:

  • ABCDAB \parallel CD (AB is parallel to CD)
  • AC=BDAC = BD (AC is equal to BD)
  • ADB=80\angle ADB = 80^\circ
  • CAD=20\angle CAD = 20^\circ

The goal is to find ADC\angle ADC.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Use the property of parallel lines: Since ABCDAB \parallel CD, CAD\angle CAD and ADB\angle ADB form a pair of alternate angles. Thus, ADB=80\angle ADB = 80^\circ implies that the angle adjacent to CAD\angle CAD at point CC, denoted as DCA\angle DCA, is also 8080^\circ (corresponding angle property).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles in Parallel Lines
Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle is 180°

Theorems

Corresponding angles in parallel lines are equal
Exterior angle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 8-10