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Aptitude · Q157

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 157

Q157

In a circle with centre O, AB is a diameter and CD is a chord which is equal to the radius OC. AC and BD are extended in such a way that they intersect each other at a point P, exterior to the circle. The measure of ∠APB is

A.
30°
B.
45°
C.
60°
Answer
D.
90°

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
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∵ OC = CD = radius
According to property of circle
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Same arc angle
Make line AD
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Angle BDA = 90° because of semicircle property
∠P = 90° - 30° = 60°