Difficulty: Hard
Correct Answer: 15
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Coordinate geometry offers a clean solution. Place A(0,0), B(1,0), C(1,1), D(0,1). Build equilateral CDE outward on CD; the third vertex E lies at (1/2, 1 + √3/2). Compute ∠BEC.
Concept / Approach:
Use vectors EB and EC and the dot product formula cos θ = (EB · EC) / (|EB||EC|).
Step-by-Step Solution (Sketch):
Verification / Alternative check:
Geometric angle-chasing using 30°–60°–90° relations on the equilateral triangle with square geometry also yields 15°.
Final Answer:
15
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