Triangle Sum Theorem

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What is the Triangle Sum Theorem?

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The Triangle Sum Theorem states that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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If one angle of a triangle measures 90 degrees, what can you say about the other two angles?

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The other two angles must sum to 90 degrees, making the triangle a right triangle.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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How do you find the measure of a missing angle in a triangle?

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To find a missing angle, subtract the sum of the known angles from 180 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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What is the measure of each angle in an equilateral triangle?

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Each angle in an equilateral triangle measures 60 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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If two angles of a triangle are 55 degrees and 47 degrees, what is the measure of the third angle?

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The third angle measures 78 degrees (180 - 55 - 47 = 78).

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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What is the relationship between the angles in a right triangle?

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In a right triangle, one angle is 90 degrees, and the sum of the other two angles is 90 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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How can you determine if a triangle is obtuse?

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A triangle is obtuse if one of its angles measures more than 90 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.4.6C

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What is the formula to calculate the sum of angles in any triangle?

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The formula is: Angle1 + Angle2 + Angle3 = 180 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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If a triangle has angles measuring 25 degrees and 47 degrees, what is the measure of the third angle?

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The third angle measures 108 degrees (180 - 25 - 47 = 108).

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C

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What is the definition of complementary angles?

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Complementary angles are two angles whose measures add up to 90 degrees.

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TEKS.MATH.7.11C