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Find the measure of each minor arc formed by a regular octagon inscribed in a circle.

A 15
B. 30°
C.45°
D. 60

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Answer:

C. 45°

Explanation:

The eight vertices of a regular octagon divide the 360° arc of a circle into 8 equal parts. Each minor arc is 360°/8 = 45°.

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