The expressions in the figure below represent the measures of two angles. Find the value of x. f // g

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anonymous · Answer

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mathstudent55 · Answer

Since the lines are parallel, the two angles whose measures are shown are supplementary. That means their measures add up to 180. Use that to write an equation and solve for x.

anonymous · Answer

16, I think- but I didnt know how I figured it until you explained it. thank you

mathstudent55 · Answer

x = 16. You are correct.

mathstudent55 · Answer

You're welcome.

anonymous · Answer

thank you SO very much! my computer froze up on me =(

anonymous · Answer

I am so confused by this stuff =( I thought Algebra was hard, but this may be the first class I have ever failed. My dad cant help me- he is not good at math

mathstudent55 · Answer

You're very welcome.