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In the figure, PQ and QR are chords of the circle PQR. QRS is a...

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In the figure, PQ and QR are chords of the circle PQR. QRS is a straight line and PR is equal to RS, < PSR is 20o. What is the size of  <POQ.

  • A. 70o
  • B. 90o
  • C. 80o
  • D. 40o
  • E. 60o
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

Isosceles Triangle PSR: 

RSP ≡ RPS → 20º 

That is PRQ = 40º

POQ = 2 * 40 = 80º (Angle subtended by chord PQ at centre is twice angle subtended at circumference).

The size of POQ = 80º


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