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The ray OC stands on the straight line AOB so that ∠AOC = and ∠BOC = . The ray OD bisects ∠AOC. What is the measure of ∠DOB?

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  • A40°
  • B100°
  • C140°
  • D130°

Step-by-Step Solution

∠AOC and ∠BOC form a linear pair, so °, giving °. Then ∠AOC = 80° and the bisector gives ∠AOD = 40°. A, O and B are collinear, so ∠DOB = 180° − ∠AOD = 180° − 40° = 140°. The trap 40° is ∠AOD itself, 100° is ∠BOC, and 130° comes from bisecting ∠BOC by mistake (180° − 50°).
Answer: C) 140°

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