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What is the value of X

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Answer:

The value of x is 15

Explanation:

If a line intersected two parallel lines, then some pairs of angles are formed

  • Alternate interior angles, equal in measures
  • Alternate exterior angles, equal in measures
  • Corresponding angles, equal in measures
  • Adjacent interior angles, the sum of their measures is 180°

In the given figure

∵ There are two parallel lines intersected by another line

The angles of measures (4x + 2) and 62° are alternate interior angles

∴ Alternate interior angles are equal in measures

4x + 2 = 62

→ Subtract 2 from both sides

∵ 4x + 2 - 2 = 62 - 2

4x = 60

→ Divide both sides by 4

x = 15

The value of x is 15

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