How many degrees are there in a straight angle?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: \(180^\circ\)
A straight angle forms a straight line, so its measure is \(180^\circ\). An angle of \(90^\circ\) is a right angle, while \(360^\circ\) is a complete angle. Exam tip: whenever an angle forms a straight line, use \(180^\circ\).
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What is the correct answer to this question?
\(180^\circ\)
Why is this the correct answer?
A straight angle forms a straight line, so its measure is \(180^\circ\). An angle of \(90^\circ\) is a right angle, while \(360^\circ\) is a complete angle. Exam tip: whenever an angle forms a straight line, use \(180^\circ\).
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Mathematics question. Chapter: Trigonometric Functions. Topic: Angles.