Question

A ∠A and ∠ B ∠B are complementary angles. If m ∠ A = ( 2 x − 23 ) ∘ ∠A=(2x−23) ∘ and m ∠ B = ( x + 20 ) ∘ ∠B=(x+20) ∘ , then find the measure of ∠ A ∠A.

Answer 1

∠A = 99°

Explanation:

Complementary angles sum to 180°, thus

∠A + ∠B = 180 ← substitute values

2x - 23 + x + 20 = 180

3x - 3 = 180 ( add 3 to both sides )

3x = 183 ( divide both sides by 3 )

x = 61

Hence

∠A = 2x - 23 = (2 × 61) - 23 = 122 - 23 = 99°