Math Problem Statement

(a) An angle measures 52°. What is the measure of its complement? (b) An angle measures 119°. What is the measure of its supplement?

Solution

To solve this problem, we need to understand two concepts:

  1. Complementary Angles: Two angles are complementary if their measures add up to 90°.
  2. Supplementary Angles: Two angles are supplementary if their measures add up to 180°.

Given this information, let's solve each part.

(a) Finding the Complement of 52°

To find the complement of 52°, subtract it from 90°: 9052=3890^\circ - 52^\circ = 38^\circ

So, the measure of the complement of 52° is 38°.

(b) Finding the Supplement of 119°

To find the supplement of 119°, subtract it from 180°: 180119=61180^\circ - 119^\circ = 61^\circ

Thus, the measure of the supplement of 119° is 61°.

Answers

  • Measure of the complement (a): 38°
  • Measure of the supplement (b): 61°

Would you like further explanation on complementary and supplementary angles, or do you have any questions?


Here are 5 additional questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the complement of a 45° angle?
  2. What is the supplement of a 72° angle?
  3. If an angle is 80°, what would its complement and supplement be?
  4. How are complementary and supplementary angles used in real-life geometry problems?
  5. Can an angle have both a complement and a supplement? Why or why not?

Tip: Remember, complementary angles always sum to 90°, and supplementary angles always sum to 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complementary Angles
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

Complement of angle A = 90° - A
Supplement of angle B = 180° - B

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7