Math Problem Statement
4 sided polygon. Angle A equals 4n. Angle B equals 9n + 2. Angle C equals 8n - 12. Angle D equals 5n + 6. Solve for n.
Solution
To solve for in this problem, we need to use the fact that the sum of the interior angles of a four-sided polygon (quadrilateral) is always 360°.
The four angles are given as:
The sum of the angles is:
Now, let's combine like terms:
So, the equation becomes:
Now, solve for :
- Add 4 to both sides:
- Divide both sides by 26:
So, .
Do you want more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to explore further:
- What would happen if the sum of angles in a polygon were different than 360°?
- How do you derive the formula for the sum of interior angles of a polygon?
- How can you calculate the interior angles of a regular polygon?
- What happens if the polygon has more than four sides?
- How would you handle this problem if the angles were expressed differently?
Tip: When solving for unknowns in geometric problems, always start by using known formulas or relationships (like the sum of interior angles) to set up the equation.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Geometry
Polygon Angle Sum
Formulas
Sum of interior angles of a polygon = 360°
Theorems
The sum of the interior angles of a quadrilateral is 360°
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9