Math Problem Statement

In the figure, m∠1 = (2x)° and m∠2 = (x + 69)°. Write an equation to find x, and then find the degree measure of each angle.

Solution

The problem involves two angles, m1=(2x)m \angle 1 = (2x)^\circ and m2=(x+69)m \angle 2 = (x + 69)^\circ. You are asked to:

(a) Write an equation to find xx.
(b) Find the degree measure of each angle.

Step (a) — Write an equation to find xx:

Since the two angles are complementary (add up to 9090^\circ), you can set up an equation where their sum equals 90:

(2x)+(x+69)=90(2x) + (x + 69) = 90

Now, you can solve this equation to find xx.

Step (b) — Find the degree measure of each angle:

After solving for xx, substitute it back into the expressions for the angles:

  • For m1=(2x)m \angle 1 = (2x)^\circ
  • For m2=(x+69)m \angle 2 = (x + 69)^\circ

Let me know if you'd like me to solve this equation for you, or if you have any questions about the process!

Here are 5 follow-up questions you can consider:

  1. How do you solve linear equations like (2x)+(x+69)=90(2x) + (x + 69) = 90?
  2. What does complementary mean in terms of angle relationships?
  3. How do you check if the angles are correct once you find xx?
  4. Can two non-adjacent angles be complementary?
  5. What happens if the angles were instead supplementary?

Tip: When solving equations, be sure to simplify both sides before combining like terms!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Angles
Complementary Angles

Formulas

Equation of complementary angles: (angle1 + angle2 = 90°)

Theorems

Complementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9