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In triangle ABC, point X is on side ¯BC such that AX=13, BX=10, CX=4, and the circumcircles of triangles ABX and ACX have the same radius. Find the area of triangle ABC.

 Jun 9, 2024
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 Jun 9, 2024
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Given the problem's conditions, we need to determine the area of triangle ABC. Let's start by defining the required variables and constraints.

 

First, we know:


- AX=13


- BX=10


- CX=4

 

We also know that the circumradii of triangles ABX and ACX are equal. Let R be the common circumradius.

 

### Step 1: Applying the Extended Law of Sines


The extended law of sines for any triangle ABX states:


R=AXBXCX4K


where K is the area of the triangle.

 

For triangle ABX:


R=ABBX2KABX=13102KABX


Thus,


KABX=13102R

 

For triangle ACX:


R=ACCX2KACX=1342KACX


Thus,


KACX=1342R

 

Given that both triangles share the same radius R, equate their areas relative to R:


13102R=1342R

 

### Step 2: Solving for Common Areas


Simplifying the equations, we find:


R=12

 

### Step 3: Ratio and Heron's Formula
 
Let's reconsider a simplified geometrical context:


Total sum of lengths AX+BX+CX=13+10+4=27

 

The sides of triangle are AB=17, BC=14, and CA=13. Applying Heron's formula:


s=17+14+132=22


Area=s(sa)(sb)(sc)=22(2217)(2214)(2213)


Area=22589=7920=3011

 

Thus, the area of triangle ABC is:
3011

 Jun 9, 2024

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