SOLUTION: ∠x and ∠y are complementary. If m∠x = a + 3 and m∠y = 2a + 6, what is the measure of ∠x? 60, 30, 33 or 66 degree.

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Question 610140: ∠x and ∠y are complementary. If m∠x = a + 3 and m∠y = 2a + 6, what is the measure of ∠x? 60, 30, 33 or 66 degree.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,
m∠x = a + 3 and m∠y = 2a + 6
Angles Complementary
(a+3) + (2a+6) = 90°
3a = 81°
a = 21°
∠x = 24° || (a+3)
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