Question

Two lines intersect to form a linear pair with equal measures. One angle has the measure 3x° and the other angle has the measure (9y − 36)°. Find the values of x and y.

Answer 1

x = 30

y = 14

Explanation:

If the linear pairs are equal, then we can conclude that the angle on each of the sides is 90

Thus 3x = 90

and x = 90/3 = 30

Also;

9y - 36 = 90

9y = 90 + 36

9y = 126

y = 126/9

y = 14