Math Problem Statement

In triangle ABC, the measure of angle B is 50 degrees. Match the possible measures for angles A and C based on the type of triangle listed.

Solution

In this image, the problem is asking to match the possible measures of angles AA and CC in a triangle where angle B=50B = 50^\circ, based on the type of triangle given (Acute Triangle, Obtuse Triangle, or Right Triangle). You are given three possible angle pair options: (60,70)(60^\circ, 70^\circ), (100,30)(100^\circ, 30^\circ), and (90,40)(90^\circ, 40^\circ).

Analysis:

  1. Acute Triangle: In an acute triangle, all angles are less than 9090^\circ. So both AA and CC must also be less than 9090^\circ.

    • B=50B = 50^\circ, so A+C=130A + C = 130^\circ.
    • The only valid pair of AA and CC that keeps both angles acute is (60,70)(60^\circ, 70^\circ).
  2. Obtuse Triangle: In an obtuse triangle, one angle must be greater than 9090^\circ. Since B=50B = 50^\circ, one of the other angles, either AA or CC, must be greater than 9090^\circ.

    • The valid pair is (100,30)(100^\circ, 30^\circ) where A=100A = 100^\circ, making it an obtuse triangle.
  3. Right Triangle: In a right triangle, one of the angles must be 9090^\circ.

    • The valid pair is (90,40)(90^\circ, 40^\circ), where A=90A = 90^\circ, making it a right triangle.

Correct matches:

  • Acute Triangle: 6060^\circ and 7070^\circ
  • Obtuse Triangle: 100100^\circ and 3030^\circ
  • Right Triangle: 9090^\circ and 4040^\circ

Let me know if you would like further explanation on any part of the reasoning.


Follow-up questions:

  1. Can you explain how the sum of angles in a triangle is always 180180^\circ?
  2. Why can't a triangle have more than one obtuse angle?
  3. How do we classify triangles based on their angles?
  4. How can we confirm if a given set of angles can form a triangle?
  5. What is the relationship between angle measures and side lengths in triangles?

Tip:

When solving problems involving triangles, always remember that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180180^\circ. This can help you quickly verify if angle measures are valid.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Classification
Angle Measures

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8