Math Problem Statement

The measures of the angles of a triangle are shown in the figure below. Solve for x.

Solution

The triangle provided has one right angle, meaning it is a right triangle. For any triangle, the sum of the angles must be 180°. Let's break this down:

  • One of the angles is 90° (as indicated by the right angle).
  • Another angle is given as 27°.
  • The third angle is xx^\circ, which we need to solve for.

Using the triangle angle sum property: x+27+90=180x + 27^\circ + 90^\circ = 180^\circ Simplifying: x+117=180x + 117^\circ = 180^\circ Subtracting 117° from both sides: x=180117=63x = 180^\circ - 117^\circ = 63^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is 6363^\circ.

Would you like further details or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the triangle angle sum theorem?
  2. How do you calculate the missing angle in a right triangle?
  3. What is the importance of knowing a triangle's angles in geometry?
  4. Can you solve for a triangle's sides using its angles?
  5. How does the Pythagorean theorem relate to right triangles?

Tip: Always check if a triangle has a right angle because it simplifies solving for missing angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Sum of a Triangle

Formulas

x + 27° + 90° = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8