Math Problem Statement

If the two angles are complementary, find the measure of each of angle.

A. 140 and 40 B. 35 and 10 C. 70 and 20 D. 36 and 126

Solution

To find the measures of the angles, we need to use the fact that complementary angles add up to 90 degrees.

Given angles are (7f)(7f)^\circ and (2f)(2f)^\circ.

The equation for complementary angles is: 7f+2f=907f + 2f = 90^\circ

Solving for ff: 9f=909f = 90 f=909f = \frac{90}{9} f=10f = 10

Now, substitute ff back into the expressions for the angles: 7f=7×10=707f = 7 \times 10 = 70^\circ 2f=2×10=202f = 2 \times 10 = 20^\circ

So, the measures of the angles are 7070^\circ and 2020^\circ.

The correct answer is:

C. 70 and 20

Would you like further details or have any questions about this solution?

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  1. Can you explain the concept of complementary angles in more detail?
  2. How can I determine if two angles are complementary without solving an equation?
  3. What are supplementary angles and how do they differ from complementary angles?
  4. How can I solve similar angle problems involving more complex equations?
  5. Can you provide another example of finding complementary angles with different expressions?

Tip: Remember that complementary angles always sum up to 90 degrees, while supplementary angles sum up to 180 degrees.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Complementary Angles

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8