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Challenge 1: Solve for x
Given the equation ( 2x + 5 = 19 ), what is the value of ( x )?
Solution
To solve for ( x ), we need to isolate ( x ) on one side of the equation. Let's start by subtracting 5 from both sides:
[ 2x + 5 - 5 = 19 - 5 ] [ 2x = 14 ]
Now, divide both sides by 2 to solve for ( x ):
[ \frac{2x}{2} = \frac{14}{2} ] [ x = 7 ]
So, the value of ( x ) is 7.
Challenge 2: Pythagorean Triples
A Pythagorean triple consists of three positive integers ( a ), ( b ), and ( c ), such that ( a^2 + b^2 = c^2 ). Find a Pythagorean triple where ( a ) is less than 10.
Solution
One example of a Pythagorean triple is ( 3, 4, 5 ). Here, ( 3^2 + 4^2 = 5^2 ), which satisfies the condition. Another example is ( 5, 12, 13 ).
Challenge 3: Trigonometry Fun
Given a right triangle with an angle of 30 degrees, what is the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the hypotenuse?
Solution
In a 30-60-90 triangle, the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the hypotenuse is ( \frac{1}{2} ). This is because the sides are in the ratio ( 1 : \sqrt{3} : 2 ).
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