Problem 40 - Introductory Algebra for College Students

Question

Find the measure of the complement of each angle. $$2^{\circ}$$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The measure of the complement of the given angle \(2^{\circ}\) is \(88^{\circ}\).

Step 1: Understand the definition of complementary angles

Two angles are complementary if the sum of their measures is 90 degrees. So if one of the angles is given as \(2^{\circ}\), the complementary angle will be what completes it to make 90 degrees.

Step 2: Subtract the given angle from 90 degrees

By subtracting the given angle \(2^{\circ}\) from 90 degrees, you will find the complementary angle. Simple subtraction operation: \(90 - 2 = 88.\)