Math Problem Statement
A, B, C, and D are points on a circle with center O. AOC is a diameter of the circle. Angle BAC = 55°. Work out the size of angle ADB.
Solution
To find the angle , we can use the properties of a circle and the given information:
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Given Information:
- and are points on the circle.
- is the center of the circle.
- is a diameter.
- .
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Step-by-Step Solution:
- Since is a diameter of the circle, is an inscribed angle that subtends the arc .
- By the Inscribed Angle Theorem, the angle at the circumference (like ) is half the angle at the center for the same arc. Since , the central angle that subtends the same arc would be .
- also subtends the same arc as .
- Therefore, because angles subtended by the same arc in a circle are equal.
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Conclusion:
- .
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Related Questions:
- What is the Inscribed Angle Theorem, and how is it applied in circle geometry?
- How do central and inscribed angles compare when subtending the same arc?
- How do we find angles in cyclic quadrilaterals using circle properties?
- What other properties can be derived when a diameter subtends a right angle?
- How can we calculate angles subtended by different segments in a circle?
Tip: Always remember that an inscribed angle subtending the diameter of a circle is a right angle (90°).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Circle Geometry
Angles in a Circle
Formulas
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Theorems
Inscribed Angle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10