Since one angle of the isosceles triangle is 90° and an isosceles triangle has at least two equal angles, the other two angles are also equal. Therefore, the other two angles must each measure (180° - 90°)/2 = 45°.
So, the only measure possible for the other two angles is 45° each.
Answer: 45°.
An isosceles triangle has an angle that measures 90°. What measures are possible for the other two angles? Choose all that apply.
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