SOLUTION: the measure of an angle is x.The measure of its supplement is 3x + 20 degrees.Find the measure of the supplement of the supplement.

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Question 622547: the measure of an angle is x.The measure of its supplement is 3x + 20 degrees.Find the measure of the supplement of the supplement.
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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The sum of the measure of an angle and the measure of the angle's supplement is , so:



Solve for then calculate either or -- whichever tickles your fancy. Do both if you want to check your work.

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