Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x

Find the value of x

Solution

To find the value of xx, let's analyze the geometry of the triangle shown in the image.

Step 1: Sum of angles in a triangle

The interior angles of a triangle always add up to 180180^\circ. In the triangle, the angles are labeled as:

  • One angle: 6x6x
  • Two other angles: 9x9x each (as they are labeled at the base of the triangle).

Thus, the sum of the angles is: 6x+9x+9x=1806x + 9x + 9x = 180^\circ

Step 2: Simplify the equation

Combine like terms: 24x=18024x = 180

Step 3: Solve for xx

Divide both sides of the equation by 24: x=18024=7.5x = \frac{180}{24} = 7.5

Final Answer:

x=7.5x = 7.5

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Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. What are the specific measures of the angles in the triangle?
  2. How would the problem change if one of the angles was not 6x6x but instead 5x5x?
  3. Can this triangle be classified as isosceles or scalene? Why?
  4. How does this problem connect to properties of supplementary angles?
  5. What other methods could be used to verify the solution?

Tip: Always double-check your equations and substitutions when solving geometry problems to avoid simple errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Algebra
Angle Sum Property of Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9