Question

Find the x in the figure. Assume a and b are parallel

Answer 1

x = 15

Explanation:

(4x - 30) and (2x) are alternate angles and are congruent , then

4x - 30 = 2x ( subtract 2x from both sides )

2x - 30 = 0 ( add 30 to both sides )

2x = 30 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = 15