Question

Solve for x. -1+14x 12+17

Answer 1

x=9

Explanation:

These two angles are equal since they are alternate exterior angles

-1 +14x = 12x+17

Subtract 12x from each side

-1 +14x-12x = 12x-12x+17

-1+2x= 17

Add 1 to each side

-1+1+2x = 17+1

2x = 18

2x/2 = 18/2

x =9