Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
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Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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![**Unit 11 Exam**
The problem statement is as follows:
"The supplement of angle K is 3 times the measure of angle K. Find the measure of angle K."
A prompt suggests, "Drawing a diagram may help." A text box is provided for entering the solution.
**Explanation:**
To solve the problem, recall that the supplementary angles add up to 180 degrees. If angle K is represented by \( x \), then its supplement is \( 180 - x \). According to the problem, the supplement of angle K is 3 times the measure of angle K. This can be set up as the equation:
\[ 180 - x = 3x \]
Solving for \( x \):
1. Add \( x \) to both sides:
\[ 180 = 4x \]
2. Divide by 4:
\[ x = 45 \]
Therefore, the measure of angle K is \( 45 \) degrees.](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2F63db174d-115b-4727-b1c6-3fe38fbd58dc%2Fcb69dad1-86b9-4a4a-a3d7-9c231786a0e7%2Fozb9p1zb_processed.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
Transcribed Image Text:**Unit 11 Exam**
The problem statement is as follows:
"The supplement of angle K is 3 times the measure of angle K. Find the measure of angle K."
A prompt suggests, "Drawing a diagram may help." A text box is provided for entering the solution.
**Explanation:**
To solve the problem, recall that the supplementary angles add up to 180 degrees. If angle K is represented by \( x \), then its supplement is \( 180 - x \). According to the problem, the supplement of angle K is 3 times the measure of angle K. This can be set up as the equation:
\[ 180 - x = 3x \]
Solving for \( x \):
1. Add \( x \) to both sides:
\[ 180 = 4x \]
2. Divide by 4:
\[ x = 45 \]
Therefore, the measure of angle K is \( 45 \) degrees.
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