Math Problem Statement

The three angles of a triangle have measures of 56° , (2x+4)° and x° .

What are the measures of the three angles of the triangle? A.56° , 80° , ​​​​44°

B.56° , 90° , 34°

C.56° , 84° , ​​​​40°

D.56° , 60° , ​​​​64°

Solution

To solve this problem, we use the fact that the sum of the angles in any triangle is always 180°. The three angles of the triangle are given as:

  • 56°
  • (2x+4)°(2x + 4)°
  • x°

Step 1: Set up the equation for the sum of the angles:

56°+(2x+4)°+x°=180°56° + (2x + 4)° + x° = 180°

Step 2: Combine like terms:

56°+2x°+4°+x°=180°56° + 2x° + 4° + x° = 180° 60°+3x°=180°60° + 3x° = 180°

Step 3: Solve for xx:

3x=180°60°3x = 180° - 60° 3x=120°3x = 120° x=40°x = 40°

Step 4: Find the measures of the three angles:

  • The first angle is 56°.
  • The second angle is 2x+4=2(40)+4=80°2x + 4 = 2(40) + 4 = 80°.
  • The third angle is x=40°x = 40°.

Thus, the three angles of the triangle are 56°, 80°, and 40°.

Conclusion:

The correct answer is: A. 56°, 80°, 44°

Would you like more details on how we derived this, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the sum of the angles of a triangle in a non-Euclidean geometry?
  2. How would you solve for xx if one angle was a right angle (90°)?
  3. Can you form a triangle where one angle is greater than 90° and another is less than 45°?
  4. How do the angles of a triangle change if one side lengthens while others remain constant?
  5. How would the solution change if you were solving for a triangle in degrees and radians?

Tip: Always check the sum of the angles after solving any triangle-related problem to ensure accuracy!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Linear Equations

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°
Linear equation: 56° + (2x + 4)° + x° = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8