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Two lines AB and CD are cut by a transversal PQ. The interior angles on the right side measure 65° and 110°.
By how many degrees does the sum of these two interior angles fall short of 180°?

Class 9The Fifth PostulateGeometry — Foundations
  • A10
  • B4
  • C6
  • D5

Step-by-Step Solution

Sum = 65 + 110 = 175°. Difference from 180 = 180 - 175 = 5°. Since the sum (175) is less than 180, the lines meet on the right side. The required difference is 5.
Answer: D) 5

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