Question

Please help solving x​

Answer 1

x = -7

Explanation:

m<MLP + m<PLK = m<MLK (angle addition postulate)

(x + 31) + (x + 147) = 164 (substitution)

Solve for x

x + 31 + x + 147 = 164

Add like terms

2x + 178 = 164

2x = 164 - 178

2x = -14

x = -14/2

x = -7