Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of angle ABD.

Solution

The image shows a geometric problem where we are tasked with finding the measure of angle ABD\angle ABD. The given expressions for the angles are:

  • ABC=2x\angle ABC = 2x (for the straight line segment BCBC),
  • ABD=3x+10\angle ABD = 3x + 10.

Since ABC\angle ABC and ABD\angle ABD form a straight line, their sum must be 180°. This is because the angles along a straight line are supplementary.

We can set up the equation: (3x+10)+2x=180(3x + 10) + 2x = 180

Now, let's solve for xx:

  1. Combine like terms: 5x+10=1805x + 10 = 180

  2. Subtract 10 from both sides: 5x=1705x = 170

  3. Divide by 5: x=34x = 34

Now, substitute x=34x = 34 into the expression for ABD\angle ABD: ABD=3(34)+10=102+10=112\angle ABD = 3(34) + 10 = 102 + 10 = 112^\circ

Thus, the measure of ABD\angle ABD is 112112^\circ.

Would you like more details, or have any other questions?

Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do you determine when angles are supplementary?
  2. What is the definition of a straight angle in geometry?
  3. If angle ABDABD were changed, how would the calculation adjust?
  4. How are angle relationships used in real-world applications?
  5. Can you calculate the angle ABC\angle ABC based on this solution?

Tip: When dealing with straight-line angles, remember that their sum is always 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

(3x + 10) + 2x = 180

Theorems

Supplementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9