Math Problem Statement

The measures of the angles of a triangle are shown in the figure below. Solve for x.

Solution

This is a right triangle, as indicated by the right angle at one of the corners.

In any triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always 180180^\circ. Since one angle is 9090^\circ and another angle is 6363^\circ, we can solve for xx^\circ using the following equation:

x+63+90=180x^\circ + 63^\circ + 90^\circ = 180^\circ

Simplifying this:

x+153=180x^\circ + 153^\circ = 180^\circ

Subtracting 153153^\circ from both sides:

x=180153=27x^\circ = 180^\circ - 153^\circ = 27^\circ

Thus, x=27x = 27^\circ.

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Here are five related questions:

  1. What is the sum of the interior angles of any triangle?
  2. How can we calculate the missing angle in a right triangle?
  3. What are the properties of a right triangle?
  4. Can a right triangle have an angle larger than 90 degrees?
  5. What types of triangles exist based on their angles?

Tip: Always check that the sum of all angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180 degrees

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8