Theorem 5: Arcs That Subtend Equal Angle at Center Are Equal
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Question
Find the value of x in the given figure if ∠AOB=70∘ and AB=CD.
A
70∘
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B
60∘
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C
80∘
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D
40∘
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Solution
The correct option is A70∘ Given that AB=CD. The angle subtended by chord AB is ∠AOB, and the angle subtended by chord CD is ∠COD=x. We know that equal chords subtend equal angles at the centre. ⟹∠AOB=∠COD Thus, x=70∘.