SOLUTION: Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the angle's complement or supplement: The measure of

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Question 254367: Use an algebraic equation to find the measures of the two angles described. Begin by letting x represent the degree measure of the angle's complement or supplement: The measure of the angle is three times greater than its supplement.

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a=3s
a+s=180
substitute 3s for a
3s+s=180
4s=180
s=45
a=135