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Set 2: Triangles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

A triangle has angles of 78 degrees and 45 degrees. What is the third angle?

A triangle has angles of 78 degrees and 45 degrees. What is the third angle?

A.

54

B.

59

C.

58

D.

57

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. Third angle = 180 - 78 - 45 = 57 degrees

Why others are wrong:
A: 54 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 59 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 58 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.