Math Problem Statement

Which equation is correct based on the angles in the triangle?

Solution

In the image, we see a triangle with points AA, BB, and CC. Several angles are labeled: A=w\angle A = w, B=x\angle B = x, and C=z\angle C = z. The question is asking us to identify the correct equation among the four options:

A. w+z=180w + z = 180

B. w+x=180w + x = 180

C. x+z=180x + z = 180

D. w+y=180w + y = 180

Solution:

Since this is a triangle, we use the property that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180180^\circ. Therefore, we have:

w+x+z=180w + x + z = 180^\circ

Now, let's analyze the options:

  • Option B is correct because it gives w+x=180w + x = 180^\circ, which satisfies the sum of two angles on the straight line forming part of the diagram.

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the sum of the angles in any polygon?
  2. How can you find the value of the third angle in a triangle if two angles are known?
  3. What is the exterior angle theorem for triangles?
  4. How can we classify triangles based on their angles?
  5. What are the properties of an isosceles triangle?

Tip:

Always remember that the sum of the interior angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ, which is a fundamental property of Euclidean geometry.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Sum of Angles

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a triangle: w + x + z = 180°

Theorems

Sum of interior angles of a triangle theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8