Question

Find the value of x given the paraellel lines cut by a transversal

57⁰
(8x+1)⁰
X =

Answer 1

x = 7

Explanation:

(8x + 1)° and 57° are alternate angles and are congruent (equal ), so

8x + 1 = 57 ( subtract 1 from both sides )

8x = 56 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x = 7