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Solve for x assume that all lines which appear tangent are tangent

Solve for x assume that all lines which appear tangent are tangent-example-1
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Answer:

x = 9

Explanation:

The measure of angle M is half of the sum of the big arc minus the little arc it intersects.

We also know ∠M = 4x +4

∠M= 1/2(mArc CK - mArc LN)

Substitute in values

4x +4 = 1/2(15x + 12 - 67)

Combine like terms

4x + 4 = 1/2(15x - 55)

Multiply (what's in side the parenthesis by 1/2)

4x + 4 = 7.5x - 27.5

Isolate the x. Add 27.5 to both sides

4x + 31.5 = 7.5x

Subtract 4x from both sides

31.5 = 3.5x

Divide both sides by 3.5

9 = x

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