Question

Solve for x. Show your work.

Answer 1

x=6

Explanation:

The sum of the angles is a right angle, which is 90 degrees

5x+ x+54 = 90

Combine like terms

6x+54 = 90

Subtract 54 from each side

6x+54-54 = 90-54

6x = 36

Divide each side by 6

6x/6 = 36/6

x= 6