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.
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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)