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Determine the value of x in the figure below:

NO LINKS!

Determine the value of x in the figure below: NO LINKS!-example-1
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Answer:

x = 4

Explanation:

Vertically opposite angles are equal.

5x + 3 = 2x + 15

Make x the subject:

  • Take 2x away from both sides.

3x + 3 = 15

  • Take 3 away from both sides.

3x = 12

  • Divide both sides by 3.

x = 4

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