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  • 28-07-2014
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the measures of two complementary angles are in the ratio 4:1. what is the measure of the smaller angle?



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luana
luana luana
  • 28-07-2014
Two complementary angles: α,β

Definition of complementary angles:
α+β=90
β=4α
4α+α=90
5α=90 /:5
α=18

Measure of smallest angle is 18 degrees.
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