Solve the problem.
-The difference between two complementary angles is 85°. What is the measure of the larger angle?
A)2.5°
B)5°
C)87.5°
D)132.5°

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Complementary angles add up to 90°. If the difference between them is 85°, then setting up the equation x - y = 85 and x + y = 90 (where x is the larger angle and y is the smaller angle), solving these equations simultaneously gives x = 87.5°.

Solve the Problem. -The Difference Between Two Complementary Angles Is 85°. What Is