Math Problem Statement

Solve for the angle x

Solution

To solve for the angle xx in the given triangle configuration, we'll analyze the geometry in the diagram.

Step 1: Identify the known angles and their relationships

  • The diagram shows a large triangle ABCABC and a smaller triangle BCDBCD, with lines intersecting and forming various angles.
  • The angles given are:
    • BAC=3x\angle BAC = 3x
    • BCA=x\angle BCA = x
    • ABC=2x\angle ABC = 2x
    • ACD=x\angle ACD = x
    • BDA=x\angle BDA = x

Step 2: Apply the sum of angles in a triangle

For any triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always 180180^\circ. We can apply this to the relevant triangles in the diagram:

  1. In Triangle ABCABC: BAC+ABC+BCA=180\angle BAC + \angle ABC + \angle BCA = 180^\circ Substituting the known angles: 3x+2x+x=1803x + 2x + x = 180^\circ Simplifying, we get: 6x=1806x = 180^\circ x=30x = 30^\circ

Conclusion:

The angle xx is 3030^\circ.

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Related Questions:

  1. What are the angles of triangle ABCABC if x=30x = 30^\circ?
  2. How would the solution change if one of the angles was different?
  3. Can the triangle be classified as isosceles or equilateral with the given angles?
  4. What is the significance of each angle in the context of the triangle’s geometry?
  5. How would the geometry change if BAC\angle BAC were 4x4x instead of 3x3x?
  6. How can trigonometric identities be used to verify the value of xx?
  7. What are the properties of the triangle formed by the points BB, DD, and CC?
  8. How does this problem relate to the Law of Sines or Law of Cosines?

Tip:

When solving geometry problems involving angles, always verify by summing the angles in a triangle to ensure they add up to 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Geometry

Formulas

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Theorems

Sum of angles in a triangle

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9