SOLUTION: The measures of two complementary angles are in the ratio 4:1. What is the measure of the smaller angle? a. 15° c. 24° b. 18° d. 36° Please select the best a

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Question 875691: The measures of two complementary angles are in the ratio 4:1. What is the measure of the smaller angle?
a.
15°
c.
24°
b.
18°
d.
36°


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Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

Let x represent the constant of proportionality

Question States***

 x + 4x = 90°

 5x = 90°

  x = 18°, the smaller angle