Question

Solve for x to make A||B.

A = x + 12
B = x + 48

X = [?]

(Make sure to look at the pic for better understanding in the question)

Answer 1

Answer: 60

Explanation:

When you have 2 parrallel lines the angles will either be = or =180 in this case =180

so

A+B=180

x + 12 + x + 48 = 180

2x + 60 =180

2x = 120

x=60

Answer 2

x=80

Explanation:

x+12 and x+48 must equal 180 so 60 is the answer

60+12=72

60+48=108

72+108=180