SOLUTION: The measure of an angle is 30 more than twice the measure of its complement. Find the measure of each angle.

Algebra ->  Angles -> SOLUTION: The measure of an angle is 30 more than twice the measure of its complement. Find the measure of each angle.      Log On


   

Question 490569: The measure of an angle is 30 more than twice the measure of its complement. Find the measure of each angle.
Answer by cleomenius(959) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x + 2x + 30 = 90
3x = 60
x = 20, the first angle.
90 - 20 = 70, the second angle.
2(20) + 30 = 70. This will check.
Cleomenius.