1. The problem asks to identify the type of angle shown in the figure. 2. The figure shows an angle less than 90 degrees. 3. Recall the definitions of angle types: - Acute angle: less than 90 degrees - Right angle: exactly 90 degrees - Obtuse angle: greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees - Straight angle: exactly 180 degrees 4. Since the angle is less than 90 degrees, it is an acute angle. **Final answer:** The angle shown is an **acute angle**.