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The measures of two angles ( 5X+24) degrees and (9X-17) degrees. What is the value of x if these angles are congruent?​

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Answer:

x=10.25

Step-by-step explanation: since they're congruent, that's mean they're equal. Set both of the equation equal to each other and solve for x

5x+24=9x-17

24=4x-17

41=4x

x=10.25

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