Math Problem Statement

What is the value of x in a triangle where two angles are 60° and 100°?

Solution

The problem is asking for the value of angle xx^\circ in a triangle where the other two angles are 6060^\circ and 100100^\circ.

In a triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always 180180^\circ. This means:

60+100+x=18060^\circ + 100^\circ + x^\circ = 180^\circ

Now, solving for xx:

x=180(60+100)=180160=20x = 180^\circ - (60^\circ + 100^\circ) = 180^\circ - 160^\circ = 20^\circ

Therefore, the value of xx is 2020^\circ.

So the correct answer is B. 20.

Would you like further explanation on this, or have any additional questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the sum of interior angles for any polygon?
  2. How do we classify a triangle based on its angles?
  3. How can you verify the internal angles of a triangle in a more complex geometric figure?
  4. What happens if a triangle has two angles equal to 9090^\circ and 3030^\circ?
  5. How does this concept apply to quadrilaterals and other polygons?

Tip: Always remember, for any triangle, the sum of the internal angles will always be 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Angle Sum Property

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8