Question 231168
Hello, 
Let's write down the facts we know. 

Let x be the number of degrees for the top angle of the triangle.
Let 2x be the degrees for one of the base angles. 
Since we know all triangles equal 180 degrees we can make an equation. 

     x + 2x + 2x = 180

Combine like terms. 

          5x = 180 

Divide both sides by 5. 

           x = 36

Now we know the top angle is 36 degrees and the two base angles are each 72 degrees. 

Add up the angles 36 + 72 + 72 should equal 180. 

RJ Toftness
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