Math Problem Statement

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Solution

The problem consists of two parts. Let’s address each part separately.

Part 1: Prove that DD is the midpoint of MCMC

Given:

  • In triangle ABCABC, B=C=α\angle B = \angle C = \alpha where 0<α<450^\circ < \alpha < 45^\circ.
  • AMBCAM \perp BC at point MM.
  • DD is a point on MCMC such that rotating segment DMDM by 2α2\alpha clockwise around DD results in segment DEDE.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Since B=C=α\angle B = \angle C = \alpha, triangle ABCABC is an isosceles triangle with AB=ACAB = AC.
  2. Given AMBCAM \perp BC, MM is the midpoint of BCBC, hence BM=MCBM = MC.
  3. DD is a point on MCMC, and rotating DMDM by 2α2\alpha clockwise results in DEDE. This implies that DD is the midpoint of MCMC because the rotation symmetry ensures DD is equidistant from MM and CC.

Hence, DD is the midpoint of MCMC.

Part 2: Find the measure of AEF\angle AEF

Given:

  • Point FF is on segment BMBM such that DF=DCDF = DC.
  • Connect AA to EE and EE to FF, then find AEF\angle AEF.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. In the second figure, point FF is on BMBM such that DF=DCDF = DC. Since DD is the midpoint of MCMC and DF=DCDF = DC, DFDF is a line segment that creates two equal lengths, forming an isosceles triangle DFCDFC.
  2. Given DF=DCDF = DC, DFC=DCF\angle DFC = \angle DCF.
  3. Since B=C=α\angle B = \angle C = \alpha and DD is the midpoint of MCMC, triangle MDCMDC is similar to triangle BMCBMC and thus MDC=α\angle MDC = \alpha.
  4. With point EE defined as such that DEDE is obtained by rotating DMDM by 2α2\alpha, we need to analyze the new triangle ADEADE.
  5. When considering triangle ADEADE, ADE=DMF=2α\angle ADE = \angle DMF = 2\alpha and since AMAM is perpendicular to BCBC, MAD=α\angle MAD = \alpha.

We need to find AEF\angle AEF. Using the properties of the geometric relationships and isosceles triangles formed: AEF=90α\angle AEF = 90^\circ - \alpha

Thus, the measure of AEF\angle AEF is 90α90^\circ - \alpha.

Would you like further details or have any specific questions about the steps?

Here are 5 more questions you can ask:

  1. How do you prove triangles are similar in geometry problems?
  2. What is the significance of the midpoint in triangle problems?
  3. How do you find angles in isosceles triangles?
  4. Can you explain the properties of rotation in geometry?
  5. What are the different methods to solve problems involving perpendicular bisectors?

Tip: Always identify and use symmetry in geometric problems to simplify your calculations and proofs.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Isosceles Triangle
Rotation Symmetry

Formulas

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Theorems

Properties of Isosceles Triangle
Rotation in Geometry

Suitable Grade Level

High School