Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described below. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the angle's supplement.

Question

Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described below. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the​ angle's supplement.
The measure of the angle is four times greater than its supplement.
What is the measure of the​ supplement?

R_scott · Answer

supplementary angles sum to 180º angle + supplement = 180º

Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described below. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the​ angle's supplement.

Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described below. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the angle's supplement.