Math Problem Statement

Given m ∥ n, find the value of x. The angle expressions provided are (4x - 8)° and (7x - 20)°.

Solution

The given problem involves two parallel lines mm and nn, with a transversal cutting through them. We are asked to find the value of xx based on the angle expressions provided: (4x8)(4x - 8)^\circ and (7x20)(7x - 20)^\circ.

Step-by-step Solution:

  1. Since mnm \parallel n, and the angles formed by the transversal are corresponding angles, these angles must be equal.

    So, we can set up the equation: (4x8)=(7x20)(4x - 8) = (7x - 20)

  2. Now, solve for xx: 4x8=7x204x - 8 = 7x - 20 Subtract 4x4x from both sides: 8=3x20-8 = 3x - 20 Add 20 to both sides: 12=3x12 = 3x Divide both sides by 3: x=4x = 4

Thus, the value of xx is 4\boxed{4}.

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Here are 5 related questions to practice:

  1. What are alternate interior angles, and how can you identify them in parallel line problems?
  2. If mnm \parallel n and one angle is 5x155x - 15 degrees and the corresponding angle is 6x256x - 25, how would you solve for xx?
  3. How do you determine the value of angles formed by a transversal cutting through non-parallel lines?
  4. What happens to the relationship between angles if the lines are not parallel?
  5. Can you calculate the value of xx if two supplementary angles are given as 3x+103x + 10 and 5x205x - 20?

Tip: In transversal problems, always look for equal corresponding angles, alternate interior angles, or supplementary angles to set up your equations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversals
Algebra

Formulas

Corresponding Angles Theorem: Corresponding angles are equal when two parallel lines are intersected by a transversal

Theorems

Corresponding Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10