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Use the definition of complementary angles to solve for x.

Use the definition of complementary angles to solve for x.-example-1

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Answer:

x = 4 and x = 7

Explanation:

→ Find the sum of both the angles

3x + x + 74 = 4x + 74

6x + x + 13 = 7x + 13

→ Equate both equations to 90

4x + 74 = 90

7x + 13 = 90

→ Minus 74 and 13

4x = 16

7x = 77

→ Divide by 4 and 7 respectively

x = 4 and x = 7

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