Two vertical angles measure 2x and 80°. How many degrees are there in x?
Two vertical angles measure 2x and 80°. How many degrees are there in x?
Explanation
Vertical angles are always equal. Given that one angle is 2x and the other is 80°, we set up the equation:
2x = 80°
Solving for x:
x = 80° / 2 = 40°