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Solve for x need asap!!

Solve for x need asap!!-example-1

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Answer:

x = 27

Explanation:

Its a vertical pair or angles so they equal each other.

55 = (2x + 1)

Get rid of parentheses.

55 = 2x + 1

Subtract 1 on both sides.

54 = 2x

Divide 2 on both sides.

x = 27

User Alfonz
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Answer:

27

Explanation:

They are vertical angles, and vertical angles are always equal, so set them equal to each other

2x + 1 = 55

Subtract one

2x = 54

Divide by 2

x = 27

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