Essence S.
asked • 10/01/18
The measure of an angle is 5 times as great as the measure of its complement. Find the measure of the angle.
Lauren H.
answered • 10/01/18
Experienced High School Chemistry Teacher
Complementary angles sum to 90
The measure of an angle is 5 times as great as the measure of its complement
x + y = 90, y = 90 - x
x = 5(90 - x)
x = 450 - 5x
6x = 450
x = 75
y = 15
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