given that $abcd$ is a rhombus, what is the value of $x$?

a. 18.25
b. 20.75
c. 30
d. 64
e. 86
f. cannot be determined

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given that $abcd$ is a rhombus, what is the value of $x$?

a. 18.25
b. 20.75
c. 30
d. 64
e. 86
f. cannot be determined

Accepted Answer

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A. 18.25

B. 20.75

C. 30

D. 64

E. 86

F. Cannot be determined

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Explanation:

Identify properties of the diagonals

Identify angle bisector properties

Set up the angle sum equation

Solve for x

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