Solve the problem.
-One angle measures 27° more than 2 times another. If the two angles are complementary, find the measures of the angles.
A) 26°; 64°
B) 23°; 67°
C) 21°; 69°
D) 31°; 59°

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Let the smaller angle be x degrees. Then, the larger angle is 27° + 2x. Since they are complementary, their sum is 90°. So, x + 27° + 2x = 90°, leading to 3x = 63°, and x = 21°. The other angle is 69°.

Solve the Problem. -One Angle Measures 27° More Than 2 Times Another. If