Hebutt6eanxia
Hebutt6eanxia Hebutt6eanxia
  • 10-06-2016
  • Mathematics
contestada

In a right triangle, the measures of the two smaller angles are (3X+6) and (2X-1) . Find the measure of the smallest angle in the triangle.

Respuesta :

Edufirst
Edufirst Edufirst
  • 19-08-2016
In a right triangle the biggest angle is 90°.

Then the two smaller angles sum up 180° - 90° = 90 °.

Now you can use this equation: 3x + 6 + 2x - 1 = 90 and solve for x:

5 x + 5 = 90
5x = 85
x = 85/5
x = 17

Then, the smallest angle is 2(17) - 1 = 33°
Answer Link
Cutiepatutie
Cutiepatutie Cutiepatutie
  • 19-12-2019

Then, the smallest angle is 2(17) - 1 = 33°

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Which would be the BEST transition to add to the beginning of the second sentence from paragraph 2? A) however B) therefore C) for example D) even though
reasons why anyone should join yo the world wildlife fund
(10 points) please help!! asap!!!!!
George measured the capacity of a cardboard box as 400 in3. The true capacity of the cardboard box is 450 in3. What is the percent error in George’s measure
In recombinant DNA methods, the term vector can refer to _____.
Personality theory suggests that prejudices are formed based on a. our personal inclinations. b. personal experiences. c. the influence of our peer group.
Question 6 Gradpoint Math Question Please Help
find the distance between the two points -4,-5 and 2,3. Show your work. ​
Indicate in standard form the equation of the line passing through the given points. L(5, 0), M(0, 5)
please help I need help asap