Calculate the Angle Bisector: Finding α in a 60-Degree Construction

Angle Bisectors with Equal Division Property

Calculate angle α \alpha given that it is a bisector.

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00:00 Find angle A
00:03 Angle bisector according to the given data
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Understand the problem

Calculate angle α \alpha given that it is a bisector.

ααα606060AAAaaa

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Step-by-step solution

Since an angle bisector divides the angle into two equal angles, and we are given that one angle is equal to 60 degrees. Angle α \alpha is also equal to 60 degrees

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Final Answer

60

Key Points to Remember

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  • Rule: An angle bisector divides an angle into two equal parts
  • Technique: If one part equals 60°, then α=60° \alpha = 60°
  • Check: Both angles should be equal: 60° = 60° ✓

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Assuming the bisector creates different angle measures
    Don't think that α \alpha must be different from the given 60° angle = creates unequal division! This violates the definition of an angle bisector. Always remember that a bisector creates two identical angles.

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BD is a bisector.

What is the size of angle ABC?

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What exactly does an angle bisector do?

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An angle bisector is like a perfect divider - it cuts any angle into two exactly equal parts. Think of it as splitting a pizza slice perfectly in half!

How do I know both angles are the same size?

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By definition! The word "bisector" means "cuts into two equal parts." If one angle is 60°, the other must also be 60°.

What if I calculated a different angle measure?

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Double-check your understanding of angle bisectors. They always create equal angles. If you got a different answer, review the definition and try again.

Does this work for any angle size?

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Yes! Whether the original angle is 30°, 90°, or 120°, the bisector always creates two equal parts. So if one part is x°, the other is also x°.

How can I remember this concept?

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Think of the prefix "bi-" (like bicycle = 2 wheels). A bisector creates 2 equal angles. Equal is the key word!

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