Question

Find the value of x.
40° (6x + 2)° ​

Answer 1

x = 8

Explanation:

40 + 6x + 2 = 90 {Complementary angles}

Combine like terms

40+ 2 + 6x = 90

42 +6x = 90 {Subtract 42 form both sides}

6x = 90 - 42

6x = 48 {divide both sides by 6}

6x/6 = 48/6

x = 8