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∠1 and ∠2 are a linear pair. m∠1 = x - 29, and m∠2 = x + 61. Find the measure of each angle.

A) ∠1 = 74; ∠2 = 106
B) ∠1 = 74; ∠2 = 116
C) ∠1 = 45; ∠2 = 145
D) ∠1 = 45; ∠2 = 135

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Linear pairs equal 180° when added together. With this knowledge, you should be able to set up a simple algebra problem and get x = 74. In turn, the answer is D.) <1 = 45; <2 = 135.
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