In the circle, m arc BC = 72°. The diagram is not drawn to scale. What is m angle BCP
2 answers:
Answer:
Measure of ∠BCP is 36°
Step-by-step explanation:
Given the circle in which measure of arc BC is 72°
we have to find the measure of angle BCP.
m∠BOC=∠2=72°
By theorem angle subtended at the centre is twice the angle formed at the circumference of circle.
∴ ∠2=2∠1 ⇒ 72=2∠1
⇒ ∠1=36°
By alternate segment theorem which states that
The angle formed between a chord and a tangent through one of the end points of chord is equals to angle in alternate segment.
⇒ ∠3=∠1=36°
Hence, measure of ∠BCP is 36°
Option D is correct
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