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In the diagram, find the size of the angle marked a°



In the diagram, find the size of the angle marked a°
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  • A 60o
  • B 80o
  • C 120o
  • D 160o
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
2 x s = 280°(Angle at centre = 2 x < at circum)
S = \(\frac{280^o}{2}\)
= 140°
< O = 360 - 280 = 80°
60 + 80 + 140 + a = 360°
(< in a quad); 280 + a = 360
a = 360 - 280
a = 80°

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