Question

Lines a & m are parallel. Using the diagram below, solve for x? ​

Answer 1

x=14

Explanation:

Angle 4 is also 62 degrees.

So Angle 4 + (9x-8) = 180 (they make a straight line together)

62 + (9x-8) = 180

62+9x−8=180

54+9x=180

9x=180−54

9x=126

Divide both sides by 9.

x=14