Question

Solve for x in the diagram below.

Answer 1

Hi there!

$\large\boxed{x = 35}$

The angles shown are linear pairs, meaning they sum up to 180°. Therefore:

180 = 3x + 75

Subtract 75 from both sides:

180 - 75 = 3x

105 = 3x

Divide both sides by 3:

105/3 = 3x/3

x =35°