Math Problem Statement

In the isosceles triangle ABC, AB = AC, angle B = (3x + 32)°, angle C = (87 - 2x)°. Work out the value of x.

Solution

In the given isosceles triangle ABC, we know the following:

  • B=(3x+32)\angle B = (3x + 32)^\circ
  • C=(872x)\angle C = (87 - 2x)^\circ
  • AB=ACAB = AC, so B=C\angle B = \angle C.

Since B=C\angle B = \angle C, we can set up an equation:

3x+32=872x3x + 32 = 87 - 2x

Now, let's solve for xx.

  1. Add 2x2x to both sides:

3x+2x+32=873x + 2x + 32 = 87

5x+32=875x + 32 = 87

  1. Subtract 32 from both sides:

5x=87325x = 87 - 32

5x=555x = 55

  1. Divide both sides by 5:

x=555x = \frac{55}{5}

x=11x = 11

So, the value of xx is 1111.

Would you like a more detailed breakdown or have additional questions? Here are five related questions:

  1. How can you verify if the value of xx is correct by substituting back into the angles?
  2. What happens if the triangle is not isosceles? How would this change the approach?
  3. What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?
  4. How would you solve this problem if the triangle were scalene instead of isosceles?
  5. Can the same method be used to solve for unknowns in other geometric shapes like quadrilaterals?

Tip: Always double-check your angle calculations when working with geometric shapes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Isosceles Triangles
Algebra

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°
Angle properties of isosceles triangles

Theorems

Angle sum property of a triangle
Isosceles triangle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9