2016 · Q87
In the figure given above, AD = CD = BC. What is the value of ∠ CDB?
Elementary MathematicsGeometry: Lines, Angles and Triangles
- A32°
- B64°
- C78°
- DCannot be determined due to insufficient data
Explanation
With ∠CDB = θ, the equalities CD = BC and AD = DC make ∠CBD = θ and ∠DAC = ∠DCA = θ/2 by the exterior-angle theorem. Fitting these into the figure's angle constraints gives θ = 64°. Note 32° is the base angle ∠DAC, the natural distractor — option B.