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This problem is on my Geometry homework for tonight, and I don't know how to find x. If you could help me I'd really appreciate it. Thanks!
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Answer by Nate(3500)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(1/2)(major arc - minor arc) = angle of tangents
(1/2)((360 - 2x) - 2x) = 40
360 - 4x = 80
280 = 4x
70 = x

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