Math Problem Statement

What is the measure of angle ABC if angle DBC is 57° and both angles form a linear pair?

Solution

The image shows two angles forming a linear pair. A linear pair consists of two adjacent angles whose non-common sides form a straight line, meaning the sum of the two angles is always 180180^\circ.

In the diagram:

  • ABC\angle ABC is the unknown angle.
  • DBC=57\angle DBC = 57^\circ.

Since ABC\angle ABC and DBC\angle DBC form a linear pair, we use the equation: ABC+DBC=180\angle ABC + \angle DBC = 180^\circ

Substituting the known value: ABC+57=180\angle ABC + 57^\circ = 180^\circ

Solving for ABC\angle ABC: ABC=18057=123\angle ABC = 180^\circ - 57^\circ = 123^\circ

Thus, ABC=123\angle ABC = 123^\circ.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What are supplementary angles, and how do they relate to linear pairs?
  2. How can we identify angles that form a linear pair in a complex figure?
  3. Can two angles be adjacent but not form a linear pair?
  4. What happens when three or more angles share a common vertex on a straight line?
  5. How do we use algebra to solve for unknown angles in geometric figures?

Tip: Always check whether angles form special relationships (like linear pairs or complementary angles) to simplify calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Linear Pair
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

m∠ABC + m∠DBC = 180°

Theorems

Linear Pair Theorem
Supplementary Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9