Math Problem Statement

what does x equal to?

Solution

To solve for xx, I'll analyze the angles in the image. The diagram shows intersecting lines, with angles marked, and a linear pair of angles that are supplementary.

Analyzing the Diagram:

  1. The given angle JEF=127\angle JEF = 127^\circ.
  2. The angle KEL\angle KEL (which is labeled as 5x5x) and JEF\angle JEF form a linear pair, which means they are supplementary.

Applying the Supplementary Angles Theorem:

Since KEL\angle KEL and JEF\angle JEF are supplementary, we know that: KEL+JEF=180\angle KEL + \angle JEF = 180^\circ Substitute the given angle and the expression for KEL\angle KEL: 5x+127=1805x + 127^\circ = 180^\circ

Solving for xx:

5x=1801275x = 180^\circ - 127^\circ 5x=535x = 53^\circ x=535x = \frac{53^\circ}{5} x=10.6x = 10.6^\circ

So, x=10.6x = 10.6^\circ.

Would you like a more detailed explanation or have any questions about this?

Here are five additional questions related to this problem:

  1. What are supplementary angles, and how do they relate to linear pairs?
  2. How can you identify corresponding angles in parallel line problems?
  3. If another angle was given as 4x+34x + 3^\circ, how would you solve for xx?
  4. How do vertical angles relate to each other in this context?
  5. What are the properties of angles formed by a transversal intersecting parallel lines?

Tip: Remember that the sum of angles on a straight line always equals 180 degrees, which is useful in many geometry problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Supplementary Angles
Linear Pairs

Formulas

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Theorems

Supplementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12