Math Problem Statement

Which of the following is true? m∠BCD - m∠DBC = ?

Solution

The diagram you've uploaded presents a triangle with a point DD outside of the triangle. Here is a step-by-step solution to the problem.

Understanding the Diagram:

  • Triangle BCD\triangle BCD is depicted, where the following information is provided:
    • BCD=70\angle BCD = 70^\circ (interior angle)
    • BDA=130\angle BDA = 130^\circ (exterior angle)
    • The lines BDBD and BCBC are marked with measurements, though they do not affect the angle calculations.

Key Concept:

From the properties of exterior and interior angles, we know that the sum of the interior angles in any triangle is 180°. Additionally, an exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of the two non-adjacent interior angles.

Calculations:

  1. Calculate BDC\angle BDC (interior angle): Since BDA=130\angle BDA = 130^\circ is the exterior angle, and the exterior angle equals the sum of the two non-adjacent interior angles in the triangle, we have: BDA=BCD+BDC\angle BDA = \angle BCD + \angle BDC 130=70+BDC130^\circ = 70^\circ + \angle BDC Solving for BDC\angle BDC: BDC=13070=60\angle BDC = 130^\circ - 70^\circ = 60^\circ

  2. Compare mBCDmDBCm \angle BCD - m \angle DBC: We know that:

    • mBCD=70m \angle BCD = 70^\circ
    • mDBC=60m \angle DBC = 60^\circ

    So, mBCDmDBC=7060=10m \angle BCD - m \angle DBC = 70^\circ - 60^\circ = 10^\circ

Conclusion:

The correct option is: A.mBCDmDBC=10\boxed{A. \, m \angle BCD - m \angle DBC = 10^\circ}

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Follow-up Questions:

  1. How do we apply the exterior angle theorem in other scenarios?
  2. What are the other properties of triangle angle sums?
  3. Can the exterior angle theorem be used for polygons with more than three sides?
  4. How would the problem change if we altered the exterior angle to a different value?
  5. How can we calculate the angles if the lengths of sides are provided instead?

Tip:

Always remember that the sum of interior angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ, and an exterior angle is equal to the sum of the two opposite interior angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangle Angle Sum
Exterior Angle Theorem

Formulas

Sum of interior angles of a triangle = 180°
Exterior angle = Sum of two non-adjacent interior angles

Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem
Angle Subtraction

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10