In the figure, ∠VXW = 90°. ∠VXY is 37° more than ∠WXY.
- What line is perpendicular to VX?
- Find ∠VXY.
(a)
Line WX or XW is perpendicular to VX.
(b)
∠WXY = 1 u
∠VXY = 1 u + 37
1 u + 1 u + 37° = 90° (Right angle)
2 u = 90° - 37° = 53°
1 u = 53° ÷ 2 = 26.5°
∠VXY
= 26.5° + 37°
= 63.5°
Answer(s): (a) WX or XW; (b) 63.5°