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Theorem 6.8 : If a side of a triangle is produced, then the exterior angle so formed is equal to the sum of the two interior opposite angles.

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To prove Theorem 6.8, which states that if a side of a triangle is produced, then the exterior angle formed is equal to the sum of the two interior opposite angles, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Draw Triangle and Extend a Side**: - Let triangle ABC be given, and extend side BC to a point D. - This creates an exterior angle ∠ACD. ...
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  • one side of a triangle is produced and the exterior angle so formed is 140^@ . If the interior opposite angles are in the ratio. 2:5, find the measure of each angle of the triangle.

    A
    `40^@, 75^@, 60^@`
    B
    `40^@, 70^@, 70^@`
    C
    `40^@, 100^@, 40^@`
    D
    `40^@, 75^@, 65^@`
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