Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of each angle given the expressions (5x - 10)° and (7x + 4)°, knowing that they form a right angle at point A.

Solution

In this image, you are asked to find the measure of each angle. We are given two expressions for the angles:

  • (5x10)(5x - 10)^\circ
  • (7x+4)(7x + 4)^\circ

The key fact to use here is that these two angles form a right angle at point AA, meaning their sum is 9090^\circ.

So, we can set up the equation:

(5x10)+(7x+4)=90(5x - 10) + (7x + 4) = 90

Let me solve this equation for xx:

5x10+7x+4=905x - 10 + 7x + 4 = 90 12x6=9012x - 6 = 90 12x=9612x = 96 x=8x = 8

Now that we know x=8x = 8, we can find the measure of each angle:

  1. The first angle is (5x10)(5x - 10): 5(8)10=4010=305(8) - 10 = 40 - 10 = 30^\circ

  2. The second angle is (7x+4)(7x + 4): 7(8)+4=56+4=607(8) + 4 = 56 + 4 = 60^\circ

So, the two angles are:

  • BAC=30\angle BAC = 30^\circ
  • CAD=60\angle CAD = 60^\circ

Let me know if you'd like more details or have any further questions!

Here are five related questions:

  1. What are complementary angles?
  2. How do you find the value of xx when two angles are supplementary?
  3. Can angles be expressed in radians as well as degrees?
  4. How do you solve for xx when three angles sum to 180°?
  5. How would the solution change if the angles were supplementary instead of complementary?

Tip:

Always check if angles form a right angle, straight angle, or other recognizable patterns, as these can provide useful relationships for solving problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Angle Sum
Complementary Angles

Formulas

(5x - 10) + (7x + 4) = 90
Solving for x in linear equations

Theorems

The sum of complementary angles equals 90°

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9