Write and solve an equation to determine the value of x.

Answer:
x = 12
Step-by-step explanation:
<CED = 180 - (9x-8)
= 180 - 9x +8
= 188 - 9x
Angle sum of triangle is 180
.'. (5x-10) + (50) + (180 - 9x +8) = 180
5x -10 + 50 + 188 -9x = 180
-4x = 180 + 10 - 50 - 188
-4x = -48
4x = 48
x = 12