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A || b what’s the value of X?

A || b what’s the value of X?-example-1
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Answer:

  • The value of x is 17.

Explanation:

We know that the lines are parallel because it is given that:

  • a ∥ b

Now, let's form an equation.

  • => 2x + 5 + 8x + 5 = 180

Let's solve!

  • => 10x + 10 = 180
  • => 10x = 170
  • => x = 17

Hence, the value of x is 17.


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