Math Problem Statement

YW is a bisector of ∠ZYX, find the value of t and m∠WYX.

Solution

In the given problem, we have triangle ZYXZYX with YWYW as the bisector of ZYX\angle ZYX. The angles and some expressions related to the angles are provided. Let’s break down the problem and solve it step-by-step.

Step 1: Understanding the Angles

  • ZYW=45\angle ZYW = 45^\circ
  • WYX=45\angle WYX = 45^\circ
  • ZXY=(3t+14)\angle ZXY = (3t + 14)^\circ
  • Z=(5t)\angle Z = (5t)^\circ

Since YWYW is the bisector of ZYX\angle ZYX, we know that ZYW=WYX=45\angle ZYW = \angle WYX = 45^\circ.

Step 2: Sum of Interior Angles of a Triangle

The sum of the angles in triangle ZYXZYX is always 180180^\circ. So, we can write the equation: Z+Y+X=180\angle Z + \angle Y + \angle X = 180^\circ Substitute the given expressions: (5t)+(45+45)+(3t+14)=180(5t) + (45 + 45) + (3t + 14) = 180^\circ Simplify this equation: 5t+90+3t+14=1805t + 90 + 3t + 14 = 180 8t+104=1808t + 104 = 180 Solve for tt: 8t=1801048t = 180 - 104 8t=768t = 76 t=768=9.5t = \frac{76}{8} = 9.5

Step 3: Finding mWYXm \angle WYX

Now that we know t=9.5t = 9.5, we can substitute this into the expression for ZXY\angle ZXY: ZXY=3(9.5)+14=28.5+14=42.5\angle ZXY = 3(9.5) + 14 = 28.5 + 14 = 42.5^\circ Thus, ZXY=42.5\angle ZXY = 42.5^\circ.

Finally, mWYX=45m \angle WYX = 45^\circ since it's given that YWZ=45\angle YWZ = 45^\circ and YWYW bisects ZYX\angle ZYX.

Summary of Answers

  • t=9.5t = 9.5
  • mWYX=45m \angle WYX = 45^\circ

Would you like more details on any of these steps or further clarification?

Related Questions:

  1. What would happen to the angles if YWYW was not a bisector?
  2. How does the property of an angle bisector help in solving geometric problems?
  3. What is the general formula for solving angles in a triangle with an angle bisector?
  4. Can you solve for the area of triangle ZYXZYX given the sides?
  5. How would you approach this problem if the triangle was not isosceles?

Tip:

Always remember that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180180^\circ, a key property in solving angle-related problems.

Ask a new question for Free

By Image

Drop file here or Click Here to upload

Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Bisectors
Interior Angles of Triangles

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a triangle: ∠Z + ∠Y + ∠X = 180°
Angle bisector property: bisects an angle into two equal parts

Theorems

Angle Bisector Theorem: states that an angle bisector divides the angle into two equal angles
Sum of angles in a triangle theorem: The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180°

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10