Finding Missing Angles

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What is an angle?

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An angle is formed by two rays (sides) that share a common endpoint (the vertex). It is measured in degrees (°).

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What is a right angle?

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A right angle is an angle that measures exactly 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is a straight angle?

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A straight angle is an angle that measures exactly 180 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is a reflex angle?

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A reflex angle is an angle that measures more than 180 degrees but less than 360 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What are complementary angles?

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Complementary angles are two angles whose measures add up to 90 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What are supplementary angles?

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Supplementary angles are two angles whose measures add up to 180 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What are vertical angles?

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Vertical angles are the angles opposite each other when two lines intersect. They are always equal.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How do you find a missing angle in a triangle?

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To find a missing angle in a triangle, subtract the sum of the known angles from 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the sum of the angles in a triangle?

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The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the formula for finding the missing angle in complementary angles?

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If one angle is known, the missing angle can be found using the formula: Missing Angle = 90° - Known Angle.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5