Which of the following angles cannot be constructed using ruler and compass only?
(a) 40°
(b) 120°
(c) 135°
(d) 37.5°

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Solution

(a) 40°
It is because we cannot draw an angle of 80° using a compass and a ruler (half of 80° is 40°).

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