Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x using the figure, shown to the right. The diagram shows two intersecting lines, with one angle marked as 36° and the other as 12x°. What is the value of x?

Solution

In the image, we are asked to find the value of xx using the given diagram. The diagram shows two intersecting lines, and the angles are marked: one as 3636^\circ and the other as 12x12x^\circ. These two angles are vertical angles, meaning they are equal.

Since vertical angles are congruent, we can set up the equation: 36=12x36^\circ = 12x^\circ

Now, solve for xx: 12x=3612x = 36 x=3612=3x = \frac{36}{12} = 3

Thus, the value of xx is 3\boxed{3}.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions you can consider:

  1. What are the properties of vertical angles?
  2. How do parallel lines affect angle relationships?
  3. Can vertical angles be supplementary, and under what conditions?
  4. What other angle relationships exist when two lines intersect?
  5. How would the problem change if the angles were supplementary instead?

Tip: Always remember that vertical angles are equal, regardless of the orientation of the intersecting lines.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Algebra

Formulas

Vertical angles are equal

Theorems

Vertical Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10