Math Problem Statement

Use the triangle sum theorem to solve for the value of x.

Solution

To solve for xx, we apply the triangle sum theorem, which states that the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180180^\circ.

The three angles of triangle QRSQRS are:

  1. xx^\circ,
  2. (x+70)(x+70)^\circ,
  3. (x+20)(x+20)^\circ.

According to the triangle sum theorem: x+(x+70)+(x+20)=180x + (x+70) + (x+20) = 180

Simplify the equation:

x+x+70+x+20=180x + x + 70 + x + 20 = 180 3x+90=1803x + 90 = 180

Solve for xx:

3x=180903x = 180 - 90 3x=903x = 90 x=30x = 30

Final Answer:

x=30x = 30^\circ

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the triangle sum theorem, and how is it derived?
  2. What are the measures of the other angles in this triangle?
  3. What happens if the triangle sum theorem is applied incorrectly?
  4. How does the triangle sum theorem relate to exterior angles of a triangle?
  5. Can the triangle sum theorem be applied to other polygon shapes?

Tip: Always double-check your equations by substituting the solution back into the original problem.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle Sum Theorem
Basic Algebra

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a triangle: angle1 + angle2 + angle3 = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9