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Angles L and M are complementary. If m∠L = (x + 2)° and m∠M = (x – 6)°,

what is the value of x?

User Russ Cam
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Answer: 47°

Explanation:

(x + 2)° + (x - 6)° = 90°

x + 2 + x - 6 = 90

2x - 4 = 90

2x - 4 + 4 = 90 + 4

2x = 94


(2x)/(2) = (94)/(2)

x = 47°

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