Math Problem Statement

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Solution

To solve for mDm \angle D in the diagram, let's follow these steps:

Given Information:

  1. BEBDBE \perp BD, which means EBD=90\angle EBD = 90^\circ.
  2. ACBCAC \cong BC, implying that ABC\triangle ABC is isosceles.
  3. mA=67m \angle A = 67^\circ.

Step 1: Calculate Base Angles of ABC\triangle ABC

Since ACBCAC \cong BC and ABC\triangle ABC is isosceles, the base angles B\angle B and C\angle C are equal. Using the angle sum property of a triangle: B=C=180672=1132=56.5\angle B = \angle C = \frac{180^\circ - 67^\circ}{2} = \frac{113^\circ}{2} = 56.5^\circ

Step 2: Consider EBD\triangle EBD

Given that BEBE is perpendicular to BDBD, we know: EBD=90\angle EBD = 90^\circ Since B\angle B was calculated as 56.556.5^\circ, and DD is an external point with respect to ABC\triangle ABC, D\angle D forms an exterior angle with C\angle C and the line BDBD.

Step 3: Calculate mDm \angle D

D\angle D is formed by the extension of side BCBC of ABC\triangle ABC and the angle adjacent to it. Using the external angle theorem: D=A+C=67+56.5=123.5\angle D = \angle A + \angle C = 67^\circ + 56.5^\circ = 123.5^\circ

Final Answer:

mD=123.5m \angle D = 123.5^\circ

This is the measure of mDm \angle D based on the provided diagram and the given relationships.


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Related Questions:

  1. What is the external angle theorem, and how does it apply to this problem?
  2. How can the angle sum property of a triangle help in solving other angle-related problems?
  3. What are the properties of an isosceles triangle, and how do they influence angle calculations?
  4. How do perpendicular lines relate to angle calculations in a triangle?
  5. Can this problem be solved using alternate interior angles? If yes, how?

Tip:

Always cross-check your angle calculations with the properties of the triangle and any known geometric theorems, especially when dealing with isosceles triangles and perpendicular lines.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Exterior Angle Theorem

Formulas

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Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem
Angle Sum Property of a Triangle

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12