Question

Can anyone help me with this?

Answer 1

x = 12

Explanation:

Opposite angles are equal, so 6x + 7 = 8x - 17.

6x + 7 = 8x - 17

7 = 2x - 17 (take away 6x from both sides)

2x = 24 (Add 17 to Both Sides)

x = 12 (answer)

Answer 2

x = 12

Explanation:

they are virtical menaing they are the same value

6x + 7 = 8x - 17

6x + 24 = 8x

24 = 2x

12 = x