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PROBLEM SOLVING m angle U = 2x degree, and m angle V = 4m angle U.

Which value of x makes angle U and angle V complements of

each other?


A. 25

B. 9

C. 36

D. 18
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Answer:

B. 9

Explanation:

m∠U = 2x°

m∠V = 4m∠U

= 4(2x°)

= 8x°

Complementary angles add up to 90°.

∠U + ∠V = 90°

2x° + 8x° = 90°

10x° = 90°

x = 90° ÷ 10°

= 9

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