SOLUTION: My directions: The measure of the angles of a triangle are in the ratio 5:6:9:. What is the measure of each angle? I missed the lesson so I am confused at where to begin.

Question 402663: My directions: The measure of the angles of a triangle are in the ratio 5:6:9:. What is the measure of each angle? I missed the lesson so I am confused at where to begin.
Answer by mananth(16949) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The ratios are 5:6:9
The total parts will be 5+6+9=20
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The sum of angles of triangle = 180 deg.
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the first angle is 5/20 * 180 =45 deg
The second angle = 6/20*180=54 deg
The third angle = 9/20*180=81 deg.
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CHECK
45+54+81= 180
Divide by 9
5:6:9

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