Question

Find the measure of X.

Answer 1

x = 12

Explanation:

(8x - 17)° and (6x + 7)° are vertical angles and are congruent , so

8x - 17 = 6x + 7 ( subtract 6x from both sides )

2x - 17 = 7 ( add 17 to both sides )

2x = 24 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = 12