Find the angle between the following line segments and the base plane of the given figure: a [BH] b [CM] с [XM] E B F M 6 cm D H Y 5 cm C 2 cm G

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### Geometry Problem

**Question:**

Find the angle between the following line segments and the base plane of the given figure:

**a.** \([BH]\)  
**b.** \([CM]\)  
**c.** \([XM]\)

**Diagram Explanation:**

The accompanying diagram depicts a three-dimensional rectangular prism (cuboid). It includes the following labels and dimensions:

- **Vertices:** A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H
- **Points of Interest:** X and Y
- **Dimensions:** 
  - AE = EM = 6 cm
  - EH = HG = 5 cm
  - BF = 2 cm

The base of the cuboid is the plane defined by points E, F, G, and H.

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**Geometric Interpretation:**

- **Line Segment \([BH]\)**
  - Point B is located at the top face of the cuboid vertically above E.
  - Point H is located at the bottom-right front corner of the cuboid.

- **Line Segment \([CM]\)**
  - Point C is at the top face of the cuboid vertically above G.
  - Point M is located at the middle of edge EH.

- **Line Segment \([XM]\)**
  - Point X is located at the top-right front corner of the cuboid.
  - Point M is located at the middle of edge EH.

### Solution Approach

To find the angle between each specified line segment and the base plane (EFGH), use vector calculus or geometric properties of the shapes formed. This often involves:

1. Finding direction ratios or direction cosines of the line segments.
2. Using the dot product to find the cosine of the angle between the line segment and the plane.

Consider utilizing the right triangle properties and the Pythagorean theorem to compute the required lengths and use trigonometric identities to find the desired angles.

For comprehensive step-by-step solutions, analytical derivations, and deeper mathematical insights, refer to accompanying sections on vector algebra and trigonometry in 3-D geometry.

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Transcribed Image Text:--- ### Geometry Problem **Question:** Find the angle between the following line segments and the base plane of the given figure: **a.** \([BH]\) **b.** \([CM]\) **c.** \([XM]\) **Diagram Explanation:** The accompanying diagram depicts a three-dimensional rectangular prism (cuboid). It includes the following labels and dimensions: - **Vertices:** A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H - **Points of Interest:** X and Y - **Dimensions:** - AE = EM = 6 cm - EH = HG = 5 cm - BF = 2 cm The base of the cuboid is the plane defined by points E, F, G, and H. --- **Geometric Interpretation:** - **Line Segment \([BH]\)** - Point B is located at the top face of the cuboid vertically above E. - Point H is located at the bottom-right front corner of the cuboid. - **Line Segment \([CM]\)** - Point C is at the top face of the cuboid vertically above G. - Point M is located at the middle of edge EH. - **Line Segment \([XM]\)** - Point X is located at the top-right front corner of the cuboid. - Point M is located at the middle of edge EH. ### Solution Approach To find the angle between each specified line segment and the base plane (EFGH), use vector calculus or geometric properties of the shapes formed. This often involves: 1. Finding direction ratios or direction cosines of the line segments. 2. Using the dot product to find the cosine of the angle between the line segment and the plane. Consider utilizing the right triangle properties and the Pythagorean theorem to compute the required lengths and use trigonometric identities to find the desired angles. For comprehensive step-by-step solutions, analytical derivations, and deeper mathematical insights, refer to accompanying sections on vector algebra and trigonometry in 3-D geometry. ---
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