In the figure, ∠VXW = 90°. ∠VXY is 38° 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 + 38
1 u + 1 u + 38° = 90° (Right angle)
2 u = 90° - 38° = 52°
1 u = 52° ÷ 2 = 26°
∠VXY
= 26° + 38°
= 64°
Answer(s): (a) WX or XW; (b) 64°