Since the sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180°, we can set up an equation:
(2x+17) + 57 + 90 = 180
Simplify by combining like terms:
2x + 17 + 57 + 90 = 180
2x + 164 = 180
Subtract 164 from both sides:
2x = 16
Divide by 2:
x = 8
Therefore, x = 8.
The measures of the angles of a triangle are shown in the figure below. Solve for x.
(2x+17)°
57°
90°
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