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Set 11: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

The angles of a triangle are xx, 2x2x, and 3x3x. What is the value of xx?

A.

20

B.

60

C.

30

✓ Correct
D.

45

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is correct. Choice C is the correct answer. 1. Sum of Angles: 180180^\circ 2. Equation: x+2x+3x=180x + 2 x + 3 x = 180 3. Combine: 6x=1806x = 180 4. Divide by 6: x=30x = 30 5. Verify: 30+60+90=18030+ 60 + 90 = 180 ✓ Choice A is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice A is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 30

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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