Question

In the pair of supplementary angles shown below, the measure of the smaller angle is 36°.

Complete the equation that could be used to represent this situation. Then, solve the equation to complete the sentences.

120
36
34
180
38
144
90
56

(4x - 8) + =
The value of x is
The measure of the larger angle is
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Answer 1

38

Explanation:

(4x-8)+36 = 180

4x - 8+36 = 180

4x +28 = 180

4x = 180-28

4x = 152

x = 152/4

x = 38