Math Problem Statement

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Given a quadrilateral ABCD with the following conditions: AB = AD, ∠ABD = 90°, ∠C = 15°, and ∠DBC = ∠DAC. Find ∠BAD.

Solution

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Question 13

Problem Statement: Given a quadrilateral ABCDABCD with the following information:

  • AB=ADAB = AD
  • ABD=90\angle ABD = 90^\circ
  • C=15\angle C = 15^\circ
  • DBC=DAC\angle DBC = \angle DAC

We are tasked with finding BAD\angle BAD.

Solution:

  1. Since AB=ADAB = AD and ABD=90\angle ABD = 90^\circ, triangle ABDABD is an isosceles right triangle with ADB=45\angle ADB = 45^\circ and BAD=45\angle BAD = 45^\circ.

  2. With DBC=DAC\angle DBC = \angle DAC, triangle DBCDBC is also isosceles.

  3. Since C=15\angle C = 15^\circ in triangle ABCABC, and ABCDABCD is configured as shown, the specific angle relationships yield BAD=45\angle BAD = 45^\circ as a result from the right triangle properties and given symmetry.

Therefore, BAD=45\angle BAD = 45^\circ.


Would you like me to continue with other questions, or do you want more details on this solution? Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How would the solution change if ABADAB \neq AD?
  2. What if ABD\angle ABD was not a right angle?
  3. How does the isosceles right triangle property impact other angle measurements?
  4. Can this configuration exist in a 3D shape, like a tetrahedron?
  5. How does knowing one angle in a quadrilateral help determine others?

Tip: In isosceles triangles, the two base angles are always equal, which is useful when calculating unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Quadrilaterals
Isosceles Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Isosceles triangle theorem
Properties of right triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12