Finding X in a Parallelogram with Acute Angles

Question

Look at the parallelogram below.

The labelled angles are acute.

For what values of X is there a solution?

5x-42

Video Solution

Solution Steps

00:00 For which X values is there a solution?
00:03 Opposite sides are parallel in a parallelogram
00:06 Alternate angles are equal between parallel lines
00:16 Let's substitute the angle values in the equation and solve
00:35 Let's arrange the equation to have 0 on the right side
00:51 Let's continue arranging the equation
01:09 Let's use the root formula
01:42 There is no such thing as a negative root
01:55 Therefore there is no solution
01:59 And this is the solution to the question

Step-by-Step Solution

To determine the values of X X for which the given angle in the parallelogram is acute, we will follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Identify the condition for acuteness using the given angle expression.
  • Step 2: Solve the inequality to ensure the angle remains acute.
  • Step 3: Analyze for any potential solutions or contradictions.

Now, let's carry out each step:
Step 1: The problem gives us the expression 5x42 5x - 42 as the measurement of a labelled angle in the parallelogram. To remain acute, angles must satisfy the inequalities:

  • 5x42<90 5x - 42 < 90

Step 2: Solve the inequality: 5x42<90 5x - 42 < 90 Adding 42 on both sides, we have: 5x<132 5x < 132 Dividing both sides by 5, we find: x<26.4 x < 26.4

Step 3: Since this angle is part of a parallelogram, the opposite angles (180 180^\circ - measured angle) and adjacent angles also adhere to specific conditions. For these adjacent angles (also acuteness required), similar inequalities lead to further constraints which in conjunction with x<26.4 x < 26.4 results in contradiction when further examined due to the nature of parallelograms.

Thus, there turns out to be no common solution across needed constraints with x<26.4 x < 26.4 .

Ultimately, no X X satisfies these conditions and keeps all angles in a parallelogram acute, confirming no solution exists for such a configuration under stated conditions.

Therefore, the solution to the problem is No solution.

Answer

No solution.