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In the diagram, PS and RS are tangents to the circle centre O. ∠PSR = 70°, ∠POR...

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WAEC 2018

In the diagram, PS and RS are tangents to the circle centre O. ∠PSR = 70°, ∠POR = m, and ∠PSR =n. Find ( m + n ).

  • A. 110\(^o\)
  • B. 135\(^o\)
  • C. 165\(^o\)
  • D. 225\(^o\)
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Explanation

In the diagram,

 

Thus, m = 2 x 55\(^o\) (is a bisector of obtuse

m = 110\(^o\)

n = \(\frac{1}{2}\) x 110\(^o\) (angle at centre = 2 x angle at circum)

n = 55\(^o\)

m + n =  110 + 55 = 165\(^o\)

 

 


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