Question 34
Angles and PolygonsThe interior angles of a triangle are in the ratio 2 : 5 : 8. Find the difference between the smallest and largest angles
- A.12°
- B.24°
- C.48°
- D.72°
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (72°)
Explanation
The angles are 2/15, 5/15 and 8/15 of 180°: 24°, 60° and 96°. The difference is 96° − 24° = 72°.