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Aptitude · Q24

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 24

Q24

In a circle with centre O, BC is a chord. Point D and A are on the circle, on the opposite side of BC, such that ∠DBC = 28° and BD = DC. What is the measure of ∠BOC?

A.
98°
B.
84°
C.
112°
Answer
D.
96°

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
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∠DBC = 28°   (Given)
BD = DC,   (Given)
∠BCD = 28°
So, ∠BDC = 180° - (28° + 28°) = 124°
∠BAC = 180° - 124° = 56°
(Cyclic )
∠BOC = 2 × ∠BAC = 56° × 2 = 112° Answer.