Question

In the triangle, suppose that m ZQ=(5x-8)°, m ZR = (6x - 4)º, and m ZS=xº.

(a) Write an equation to find X. Make sure you use an "=" sign in your answer.
Equation:
:0
Х
(6x - 4)
R
(b) Find the degree measure of each angle.
(5x – 8)
m 2Q=
5
?
mZR=
m ZS =

Answer 1

a) x+6x-4+5x-8=180

b) <s=16°

<r=92°

<q=72°

Explanation:

A). x+6x-4+5x-8=180

12x-12=180

12x=180+12

12x=192

x=192÷12

x=16

b) <s=x=16°

<r=6x-4=96-4=92°

<q=5x-8=80-8=72°