Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x in the isosceles triangle where the angles are 72°, x°, and x°.

Solution

In the provided triangle, we have an isosceles triangle ABC\triangle ABC, where two sides are equal (denoted by the markings on sides ABAB and ACAC). The angle at vertex CC is given as 7272^\circ.

Steps to find xx:

  1. Since ABC\triangle ABC is isosceles, angles AA and BB are equal, meaning A=B=x\angle A = \angle B = x.
  2. The sum of the angles in any triangle is always 180180^\circ. Therefore, we can set up the equation: x+x+72=180x + x + 72^\circ = 180^\circ Simplifying: 2x+72=1802x + 72^\circ = 180^\circ 2x=180722x = 180^\circ - 72^\circ 2x=1082x = 108^\circ x=1082x = \frac{108^\circ}{2} x=54x = 54^\circ

Thus, x=54x = 54^\circ.

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5 Related Questions:

  1. What is the sum of the interior angles in any triangle?
  2. How can you identify an isosceles triangle based on its sides?
  3. What are the properties of isosceles triangles related to their angles?
  4. How would you solve this problem if the triangle were not isosceles?
  5. How can you use the exterior angle theorem in triangles?

Tip:

Always remember that in isosceles triangles, the base angles (the two angles opposite the equal sides) are always congruent.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Isosceles Triangles
Angle Sum Property

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle: x + x + 72° = 180°

Theorems

Sum of Interior Angles in a Triangle
Isosceles Triangle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8