Theorem 2: Perpendicular from the Center to a Chord Bisects the Chord
If the line f...
Question
If the line from the centre of a circle to a chord (other than the diameter) bisects the chord, then the angle between the chord and the line is:
A
30∘
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B
45∘
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C
60∘
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D
90∘
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Solution
The correct option is D90∘ A straight line drawn from the centre of a circle to bisect a chord is at right angles to the chord. Thus, the angle between the line and the chord is 90∘.