Question

∠CAT and ∠TAD is a linear pair. If m∠CAT = 14 and m∠TAD = x+10, find x.
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Answer 1

156

Explanation:

Since, ∠CAT and ∠TAD is a linear pair.

Therefore,

∠CAT + ∠TAD = 180°

14° + (x + 10)° = 180°

(x + 24)° = 180°

x + 24 = 180

x = 180 - 24

x = 156