Finding a part of an angle with two triangles

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around understanding the relationship between two triangles, particularly in the context of finding a part of an angle when the triangles are not in a parallelogram. Participants explore the application of trigonometry and the necessity of clarity in the problem statement.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about applying trigonometric principles when the triangles are not part of a parallelogram.
  • Another participant questions the relationship between the two triangles and suggests that they may share a side, forming a quadrilateral.
  • A third participant criticizes the vagueness of the original question and recommends providing a diagram for clarity.
  • One participant proposes using algebra to solve for a missing angle, given partial information about an angle and another angle.
  • Another participant reiterates the need for precision in the question being asked.
  • There is a suggestion that drawing a diagram could help clarify the inquiry, indicating a lack of understanding of the problem's specifics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the original question lacks clarity and that a diagram would be beneficial. However, there is no consensus on the specific relationships or methods to solve the problem, indicating multiple competing views remain.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations in the original question, including missing details about the triangles' configuration and the assumptions underlying the proposed methods.

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I've never really understood this bit of trig, I think I get it if there are two parallel angles (parallelogram). But, I do not understand how you go about when the triangles aren't in a parallelogram.
 
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I have no idea what you are talking about! How are these two triangles related? Do you mean two triangles with one side in common, so that they form a quadrilateral with that side as diagonal?
 
I agree w/ Halls. Your question is so vague as to be meaningless. Best would be to draw a diagram of the kind of situation that you are trying to understand.
 
Well I'm thinking of two related triangles that share a side. You know part of an angle, and maybe one other angle. Could I just use algebra to solve the missing angle bit?
 
Tyrion101 said:
Well I'm thinking of two related triangles that share a side. You know part of an angle, and maybe one other angle. Could I just use algebra to solve the missing angle bit?
You need to be more precise.
 
Do you find it impossible to draw a diagram? As mathman said, you are STILL not telling us what it is you want to know.
 

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