Math Problem Statement

find BC

Find BC based on the triangle configuration in the image.

Solution

In the provided image, we see two triangles: ABD\triangle ABD and ABC\triangle ABC, which share a common vertex AA and a common side AB=13AB = 13.

The following information is labeled on the diagram:

  • AD=20AD = 20
  • AC=15AC = 15
  • AB=13AB = 13
  • BD=11BD = 11
  • The length of BCBC is what we are trying to find.

To find BCBC, we can apply the Pythagorean theorem in ABC\triangle ABC because it appears to be a right triangle with side ABAB perpendicular to line DCDC.

For ABC\triangle ABC: AC2=AB2+BC2AC^2 = AB^2 + BC^2 Substitute the known values: 152=132+BC215^2 = 13^2 + BC^2 225=169+BC2225 = 169 + BC^2 BC2=225169BC^2 = 225 - 169 BC2=56BC^2 = 56 BC=567.48BC = \sqrt{56} \approx 7.48

Thus, the length of BCBC is approximately 7.487.48 units.

Would you like more details or have any other questions? Here are five related questions to expand on this:

  1. How can we verify that ABC\triangle ABC is a right triangle?
  2. What other methods could be used to solve for BCBC besides the Pythagorean theorem?
  3. Can you calculate the area of ABC\triangle ABC?
  4. How can you apply the Pythagorean theorem to non-right triangles?
  5. What is the relationship between the sides of similar triangles?

Tip: The Pythagorean theorem is only valid in right triangles, so always confirm the triangle's properties before using it!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Pythagorean Theorem

Formulas

Pythagorean theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagorean theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10