Math Problem Statement

Find the magnitude of each angle denoted by a lowercase letter in this figure.

Solution

In the given image, we have a triangle with several labeled angles. Let's analyze the problem and solve for the angles denoted by the lowercase letters aa, bb, and cc.

Step-by-Step Analysis:

  1. The triangle shows the following given angles:

    • One angle marked as 4545^\circ.
    • One angle marked as 2020^\circ.
    • One angle marked as 6060^\circ.
  2. The angle at the bottom right is labeled cc, the angle near the middle (on the larger triangle) is labeled bb, and the angle at the bottom left is labeled aa.

Strategy to solve:

  • We will use the fact that the sum of angles in a triangle always adds up to 180180^\circ.

For the larger triangle:

  • The three angles in the larger triangle include the two given angles 6060^\circ and bb, plus the angle that is the sum of 45+2045^\circ + 20^\circ (the upper left corner angle).

    • The upper left corner is composed of 4545^\circ and 2020^\circ, so the total for that corner is 6565^\circ.

    Now, we can find bb: b=180(60+65)=180125=55b = 180^\circ - (60^\circ + 65^\circ) = 180^\circ - 125^\circ = 55^\circ

For the smaller triangle on the right:

  • The angles in the smaller triangle include the angle labeled aa, the given 2020^\circ, and the angle b=55b = 55^\circ.
    • Since the sum of angles in a triangle is 180180^\circ: a=180(55+20)=18075=105a = 180^\circ - (55^\circ + 20^\circ) = 180^\circ - 75^\circ = 105^\circ

Conclusion:

  • b=55b = 55^\circ
  • a=105a = 105^\circ
  • The angle cc is already given as 6060^\circ.

Let me know if you'd like further details or clarifications!

Here are some follow-up questions for practice:

  1. What is the sum of interior angles in a triangle?
  2. Can you calculate the third angle of a triangle if two angles are given as 4040^\circ and 7070^\circ?
  3. How do we use the exterior angle theorem in a triangle?
  4. If an exterior angle of a triangle is 120120^\circ, what can we say about the sum of the opposite interior angles?
  5. In an isosceles triangle with two equal angles of 7070^\circ, what is the value of the third angle?

Tip: Always double-check the given angles in geometric figures to ensure consistency in your calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Sum in Triangles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9