Math Problem Statement

Solve for m∠A in the triangle where ∠B = 75° and ∠C = 50°.

Solution

To find the measure of angle A\angle A in this triangle, we can use the fact that the sum of the interior angles in any triangle is always 180180^\circ.

Given:

  • B=75\angle B = 75^\circ
  • C=50\angle C = 50^\circ

We can set up the equation: A+B+C=180\angle A + \angle B + \angle C = 180^\circ

Substituting the known values: A+75+50=180\angle A + 75^\circ + 50^\circ = 180^\circ

Combining the angles: A+125=180\angle A + 125^\circ = 180^\circ

Subtracting 125125^\circ from both sides: A=180125=55\angle A = 180^\circ - 125^\circ = 55^\circ

So, the measure of A\angle A is: 55\boxed{55^\circ}

Would you like further explanation or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. What are the properties of the angles in an equilateral triangle?
  2. How would you calculate an unknown angle in a quadrilateral?
  3. How does the sum of interior angles change with the number of sides in a polygon?
  4. How can you identify if a triangle is acute, obtuse, or right-angled based on its angle measures?
  5. How does the exterior angle of a triangle relate to the opposite interior angles?

Tip: Remember, the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180180^\circ, which is helpful for solving unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle Angle Sum
Geometry

Formulas

Angle Sum of Triangle (∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180°)

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8