Math Problem Statement

Solve for x in the given triangle problem with angles 21°, 34°, and x°.

Solution

To solve for xx in this triangle problem, we will use the following steps:

Step 1: Understand the Triangle

From the image:

  • One angle of the triangle is 2121^\circ,
  • Another angle is 3434^\circ,
  • The third angle is xx^\circ (unknown).

The sum of angles in any triangle equals 180180^\circ.

Step 2: Set Up the Equation

x+21+34=180x + 21^\circ + 34^\circ = 180^\circ

Step 3: Solve for xx

Combine the known angles: x+55=180x + 55^\circ = 180^\circ

Subtract 5555^\circ from both sides: x=18055x = 180^\circ - 55^\circ

x=125x = 125^\circ

Final Answer:

x=125x = 125^\circ

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Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the sum of the interior angles of a quadrilateral?
  2. How can we determine if a triangle is acute, obtuse, or right from its angles?
  3. How do supplementary angles relate to triangles?
  4. Can you identify the type of triangle (acute, obtuse, right) based on this solution?
  5. What happens to the angles of a triangle if one side lengthens or shortens?

Tip: Always remember that the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180180^\circ, no matter the type of triangle!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum Property

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle: x + y + z = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8