An angle is three times its supplement

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Mathematics · Lines and Angles · Lines and Angles

Problem

An angle is three times its supplement. Answer the following: (i) Let the measure of the angle be x∘x^{\circ}. Write the linear equation that relates the angle and its supplement. (ii) Solve the equation to obtain the value of xx. (iii) Determine the measure of the supplement of the angle. (iv) State which of the two angles is obtuse and give a brief reason.

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