Question

In the diagram, parallel lines P and O are out by

transversal R. What is the value of
Only 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,
8.9,-,- and I are
allowed in your answer.
Answers that are mixed
numbers must be entered
as an improper fraction or
Ceomal

Answer 1

x = 45

Explanation:

The angles are supplementary

(2x + 40) + (3x - 85) = 180

Combine like terms

5x - 45 = 180

Add 45 to both sides

5x = 225

Divide both sides by 5

x = 45