Math Problem Statement

In the diagram, two intersecting lines form vertically opposite angles. One angle is labeled 2x, and the opposite angle is labeled 3x + 15°. Solve for x.

Solution

From the image you uploaded, I can see that it contains a diagram with two intersecting lines. One angle is marked as 2x2x, and the opposite angle is marked as 3x+153x + 15^\circ.

Since these two angles are vertically opposite angles, they must be equal. So, we can set up the following equation:

2x=3x+152x = 3x + 15^\circ

Solving the equation:

  1. Subtract 2x2x from both sides: 0=x+150 = x + 15^\circ

  2. Subtract 1515^\circ from both sides: 15=x-15^\circ = x

Thus, x=15x = -15^\circ.

Since xx represents an angle, and angles cannot be negative, this result suggests that there might be additional context or constraints in the problem that we aren't accounting for.

Would you like further clarification or more details on this solution? Here are some related questions you could explore:

  1. What is the significance of vertically opposite angles?
  2. How do we handle negative results when solving for angle measures?
  3. Are there any cases where angles can take negative values?
  4. What are some real-world applications of angle relationships like vertically opposite angles?
  5. Can you form other types of angles (like supplementary angles) using this diagram?

Tip: In geometry problems, always double-check the context of the diagram and any constraints given in the problem!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Angle Relationships

Formulas

Equation for vertically opposite angles: 2x = 3x + 15°

Theorems

Vertically Opposite Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10