Question

Determine the value of x for which r||s if

.
m<1 = 60 - 2x; and
m<2 = 70 - 4x.

Answer 1

x=5

Explanation:

m<1=m<2 ( r is parallel to s) corresponding angles are equal

60-2x=70-4x

70-60=-2x+4x

2x=10

x=10/2=5

m<1=60-2x = 60-10=50

m<2= 70-4x =70-20=50