Math Problem Statement
Two angles in a triangle are equal and their sum is equal to the third angle in the triangle. What are the measures of each of the three interior angles?
Solution
Let the measures of the two equal angles in the triangle be . Since the sum of the two equal angles is equal to the third angle, the third angle will be .
In any triangle, the sum of the interior angles is always . Therefore, we can write the equation:
Simplifying this equation:
Now, solving for :
Thus, the two equal angles are each, and the third angle is:
Therefore, the measures of the three interior angles are:
- Two angles of each
- One angle of
This means the triangle is a right-angled triangle.
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Here are 5 related questions:
- How do you prove that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180 degrees?
- Can a triangle have more than one right angle? Why or why not?
- What are the properties of an isosceles right triangle?
- If two angles of a triangle are equal, is the triangle always isosceles?
- How can you classify a triangle based on its angles and sides?
Tip: In any triangle, the largest angle is always opposite the longest side.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Triangles
Angle Sum Property
Formulas
Sum of interior angles of a triangle = 180°
Theorems
Angle Sum Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8