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Question

In Fig. 73, the value of x is
(a) 20
(b) 30
(c) 40
(d) 25

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Solution

∠TRS + ∠TRQ = 180° [Linear angles]
⇒ 5x° + ∠TRQ = 180°
⇒ ∠TRQ = 180° − 5x°
Now, ∠QTR + ∠TRQ = ∠PQT [Exterior angle property of triangle]
⇒ 3x° + 180° − 5x° = 120°
⇒ 2x° = 60°
⇒ x = 30
Hence, the correct answer is option (b).

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