Question

Solve for x in the diagram

Answer 1

x=12

Explanation:

The two angles shown are complementary angles, so the add to 90 degrees

x+42 + 3x = 90

Combine like terms

4x+42 = 90

Subtract 42 from each side

4x+42-42 = 90-42

4x = 48

Divide by 4

4x/4 = 48/4

x = 12