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1(i)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following Figure :

Using the given information, find the value of x in the figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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∠ADB = ∠ACB = 50° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

We know that sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

Considering △ADB,

⇒ ∠ADB + ∠DAB + ∠ABD = 180°
⇒ 50° + 42° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° + 92° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 92°
⇒ x° = 88°

Hence, the value of x = 88°.

1(ii)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following figure :

Using the given information, find the value of x in the figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ACB = ∠ADB = 45° (∵ Angles in same segment are equal)

∠DCB = ∠DCA + ∠ACB = 32° + 45° = 77°

We know that,

The opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral are supplementary.

∴ ∠DCB + ∠DAB = 180°

⇒ 77° + x° = 180°

⇒ x° = 180° - 77°

⇒ x° = 103°

⇒ x = 103

Hence, the value of x = 103.

1(iii)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following figure :

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Considering △ABC and △ADC,

∠ABC = ∠ADC = 20° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠DOC = ∠DOB = 90° (As DA is perpendicular to BC)

We know that sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

Considering △DOC,

⇒ ∠ODC + ∠DOC + ∠OCD = 180°
⇒ 20° + 90° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° + 110° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 110°
⇒ x° = 70°

Hence, the value of x = 70°.

1(iv)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following figure :

Using the given information, find the value of x in the figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Considering △ABC and △DBC,

∠BAC = ∠BDC = x° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

We know that sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

Considering △ABC,

⇒ ∠BAC + ∠ABC + ∠BCA = 180°
⇒ x° + 69° + 31° = 180°
⇒ x° + 100° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 100°
⇒ x° = 80°

Hence, the value of x = 80°.

1(v)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following figure :

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Considering △ACB and △CDB,

∠CAB = ∠CDB = x° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Considering △ACP,

∠CPB = ∠APD = 120° (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

Since exterior angle in a triangle is equal to the sum of the opposite interior angles,

⇒ ∠CAP + ∠ACP = ∠APD
⇒ x° + 70° = 120°
⇒ x° = 120° - 70°
⇒ x° = 50°

Hence, the value of x = 50°.

1(vi)Exercise 15.1

Using the given information, find the value of x in the following figure :

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From figure,

∠DAB = ∠BCD = 25° (∵ angles in same segment are equal)

In △DAP,

Exterior angle ∠CDA = ∠DAP + ∠DPA ....(i)

From figure,

∠DAP = ∠DAB = 25°.

Putting values in equation (i),

⇒ x° = 25° + 35°
⇒ x° = 60°.

Hence, the value of x = 60°.

2(i)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Considering △ACB and △ADB,

∠ACB = ∠ADB = x° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Considering △ACB,

∠ABC = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle is equal to 180°.

⇒ ∠BAC + ∠ACB + ∠ABC = 180°.
⇒ 40° + x° + 90° = 180°
⇒ x° + 130° = 180°
⇒ x° = 50°.

Hence, the value of x = 50°.

2(ii)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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∠ADB = ∠ACB = x° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Considering △AOD,

∠ODA = ∠OAD = 62° (∵ OD = OA, and angles of equal sides are equal.)

∴ x = 62°.

Hence, the value of x = 62°.

2(iii)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Angle of a circle is 360°.

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠AOC + ∠BOC = 360°
⇒ ∠AOB + 80° + 130° = 360°
⇒ ∠AOB + 210° = 360°
⇒ ∠AOB = 360° - 210°
⇒ ∠AOB = 150°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended by an arc at the center = double the angle subtended by it any point on the remaining part of the circle.)

⇒ 150° = 2∠ACB
⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{150°}{2}$
⇒ ∠ACB = 75°
⇒ x° = 75°.

Hence, the value of x = 75°.

2(iv)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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AC subtends reflex angle ∠AOC at center and ∠ABC at point B. Since angle subtended at center is double the angle subtended at any other part of the circle.

⇒ Reflex ∠AOC = 2∠ABC .....(i)

From figure,

∠ABC + ∠CBD = 180° (As they are linear pair.)

∠ABC + 75° = 180°
∠ABC = 180° - 75°
∠ABC = 105°.

Putting value of ∠ABC = 105° in (i)

x° = 2(105°)
x° = 210°

Hence, the value of x = 210.

2(v)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠AOC + ∠COB = 180°
⇒ ∠COB = 180° - ∠AOC
⇒ ∠COB = 180° - 135°
⇒ ∠COB = 45°.

BC subtends ∠COB = 45° at center and ∠CDB = x° at point D. Since angle subtended at center is double the angle subtended at any other part of the circle.

⇒ ∠COB = 2∠CDB

⇒ 45° = 2x°

⇒ x° = $\frac{45^{\circ}}{2} = 22\frac{1^{\circ}}{2}.$

Hence, the value of x = $22\frac{1^{\circ}}{2}$.

2(vi)Exercise 15.1

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Label the points as shown in the figure below:

If O is the center of the circle, find the value of x in the figure (using the given information). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Arc AD subtends ∠AOD = 70° at center.

⇒ ∠AOD = 2∠ABD (∵ angle subtended by an arc at the center = double the angle subtended by it any point on the remaining part of the circle.)

⇒ 70° = 2∠ABD
⇒ ∠ABD = $\frac{70°}{2}$
⇒ ∠ABD = 35°

∠ABM = ∠ABD.

Considering △ABM,

Since sum of angles in a triangle is equal to 180°.

⇒ ∠AMB + ∠ABM + ∠BAM = 180°.
⇒ 90° + 35° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° + 125° = 180°
⇒ x° = 55°.

Hence, the value of x = 55.

3(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, AD || BC. If ∠ACB = 35°. Find the measurement of ∠DBC.

In the figure (i) given below, AD || BC. If ∠ACB = 35°. Find the measurement of ∠DBC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠DAC = ∠ACB = 35° (∵ alternate angles are equal.)

∠DAC = ∠DBC = 35° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Hence, the value of ∠DBC = 35°.

3(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, it is given that O is the center of the circle and ∠AOC = 130°. Find ∠ABC.

In the figure (ii) given below, it is given that O is the center of the circle and ∠AOC = 130°. Find ∠ABC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠AOC + Reflex ∠AOC = 360°
⇒ 130° + Reflex ∠AOC = 360°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOC = 360° - 130°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOC = 230°.

Arc AC subtends Reflex ∠AOC at center and ∠ABC at another point of circle.

⇒ Reflex ∠AOC = 2 ∠ABC

⇒ 2∠ABC = 230°

⇒ ∠ABC = $\frac{230°}{2}$

⇒ ∠ABC = 115°.

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 115°.

4(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, calculate the values of x and y.

In the figure (i) given below, calculate the values of x and y. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the figure (i) given below, calculate the values of x and y. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

⇒ ∠B + ∠D = 180°
⇒ 40° + 45° + y = 180°
⇒ 85° + y = 180°
⇒ y = 180° - 85°
⇒ y = 95°.

Considering △ABD and △ACD,

∠ABD = ∠ACD = 40° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

x = 40°.

Hence, the value of x = 40° and y = 95°.

4(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. Calculate the values of x and y.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. Calculate the values of x and y. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠AOB + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ 120° + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 360° - 120°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 240°.

Arc AB subtends Reflex ∠AOB at center and ∠ADB at point D of circle.

⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 2 ∠ADB
⇒ 2∠ADB = 240°
⇒ ∠ADB = $\frac{240°}{2}$
⇒ ∠ADB = 120°
⇒ y° = 120°

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at center and ∠ACB at point C of circle.

⇒ ∠AOB = 2 ∠ACB
⇒ 2∠ACB = 120°
⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{120°}{2}$
⇒ ∠ACB = 60°
⇒ x° = 60°

Hence, the value of x = 60 and y = 120.

5(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, M, A, B, N are points on a circle having center O. AN and MB cut at Y. If ∠NYB = 50° and ∠YNB = 20°, find ∠MAN and the reflex angle MON.

In the figure (i) given below, M, A, B, N are points on a circle having center O. AN and MB cut at Y. If ∠NYB = 50° and ∠YNB = 20°, find ∠MAN and the reflex angle MON. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Considering △YBN,

Since sum of angles in a triangle is equal to 180°.

⇒ ∠NYB + ∠YNB + ∠YBN = 180°.
⇒ 50° + 20° + ∠YBN = 180°
⇒ 70° + ∠YBN = 180°
⇒ ∠YBN = 180° - 70°
⇒ ∠YBN = 110°.

From figure,

∠MBN = ∠YBN = 110°.

Considering △MAN and △MBN,

∠MAN = ∠MBN = 110° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

MN subtends Reflex ∠MON at center and ∠MAN at point A of circle.

⇒ Reflex ∠MON = 2 ∠MAN = 2 × 110° = 220°.

Hence, ∠MAN = 110° and Reflex ∠MON = 220°.

5(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠AOB = 140° and ∠OAC = 50°, find

(i) ∠ACB

(ii) ∠OBC

(iii) ∠OAB

(iv) ∠CBA.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠AOB = 140° and ∠OAC = 50°, find ∠ACB, ∠OBC, ∠OAB, ∠CBA. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

⇒ ∠AOB + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ 140° + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 360° - 140°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 220°.

Arc AB subtends Reflex ∠AOB at center and ∠ACB at point C of circle.

⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 2 ∠ACB
⇒ 2∠ACB = 220°
⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{220°}{2}$
⇒ ∠ACB = 110°.

Hence, the value of ∠ACB = 110°.

(ii) In Quadrilateral OABC,

⇒ ∠OAC + ∠ACB + ∠BOA + ∠OBC = 360°
⇒ 50° + 110° + 140° + ∠OBC = 360°
⇒ 300° + ∠OBC = 360°
⇒ ∠OBC = 360° - 300°
⇒ ∠OBC = 60°

Hence, the value of ∠OBC = 60°.

(iii) In △OAB,

OA = OB (Radius of the circle)

∠OAB = ∠OBA = x (∵ angles of equal sides in isosceles triangle are equal.)

Sum of angles in a triangle are equal,

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠OAB + ∠OBA = 180°.
⇒ 140° + x + x = 180°
⇒ 140° + 2x = 180°
⇒ 2x = 40°
⇒ x = 20°.

Hence, the value of ∠OAB = 20°.

(iv) ∠CBA = ∠OBC - ∠OBA

⇒ ∠CBA = 60° - 20° ⇒ ∠CBA = 40°

Hence, the value of ∠CBA = 40°.

6(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, A, B, C and D are points on the circle with center O. Given that ∠ABC = 62°, find

In the figure (i) given below, A, B, C and D are points on the circle with center O. Given that ∠ABC = 62°, find. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) ∠ADC

(ii) ∠CAB

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(i) From figure,

⇒ ∠ADC = ∠ABC (Angles in same segment are equal)

⇒ ∠ADC = 62°.

Hence, ∠ADC = 62°.

(ii) We know that,

Angle in a semi-circle is a right angle.

∠ACB = 90°

Using angle sum property,

⇒ ∠CAB + ∠ACB + ∠ABC = 180°

⇒ ∠CAB + 90° + 62° = 180°

⇒ ∠CAB + 152° = 180°

⇒ ∠CAB = 180° - 152°

⇒ ∠CAB = 28°.

Hence, ∠CAB = 28°.

6(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle whose center is O. Given that ∠ECD = ∠EDC = 32°, calculate

(i) ∠CEF

(ii) ∠COF

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle whose center is O. Given that ∠ECD = ∠EDC = 32°, calculate ∠CEF, ∠COF. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △EDC,

∠ECD = ∠EDC = 32° (Given)

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°.

⇒ ∠DEC + ∠ECD + ∠EDC = 180°
⇒ ∠DEC + 32° + 32° = 180°
⇒ ∠DEC = 180° - 64°
⇒ ∠DEC = 116°.

Since, ∠CEF and ∠DEC are linear pair,

∴ ∠CEF + ∠DEC = 180°
⇒ ∠CEF + 116° = 180°
⇒ ∠CEF = 180° - 116°
⇒ ∠CEF = 64°

Hence, ∠CEF = 64°.

(ii) ∠FDC = ∠EDC = 32°. (From figure)

Arc FC subtends ∠COF at center and ∠FDC at point D of circle so,

⇒ ∠COF = 2 ∠FDC
⇒ ∠COF = 2 × 32°
⇒ ∠COF = 64°

Hence, the value of ∠COF = 64°.

7(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle APBR. APQ and RBQ are straight lines, ∠A = 35°, ∠Q = 25°. Find :

(i) ∠PRB

(ii) ∠PBR

(iii) ∠BPR

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle APBR. APQ and RBQ are straight lines, ∠A = 35°, ∠Q = 25°. Find ∠PRB, ∠PBR, ∠BPR. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ∠PRB = ∠PAB = 35° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Hence, the value of ∠PRB = 35°

(ii) From figure,

∠APB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

⇒ ∠APB + ∠BPQ = 180° (∵ angles form a linear pair).
⇒ 90° + ∠BPQ = 180°
⇒ ∠BPQ = 90°.

Exterior angle in a triangle is equal to the sum of opposite two interior angles.

In △PBQ,

Ext. ∠PBR = ∠PQB + ∠BPQ = 25° + 90° = 115°.

Hence, the value of ∠PBR = 115°

(iii) In △PRQ,

Ext. ∠APR = ∠PRQ + ∠PQR = ∠PRB + ∠PQR = 35° + 25° = 60°.

∠APB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

From figure,

∠BPR = ∠APB - ∠APR = 90° - 60° = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠BPR = 30°

7(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, it is given that ∠ABC = 40° and AD is a diameter of the circle. Calculate ∠DAC.

In the figure (ii) given below, it is given that ∠ABC = 40° and AD is a diameter of the circle. Calculate ∠DAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Consider △ABC and △ADC,

∠ABC = ∠ADC = 40° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

In △ADC,

∠DCA = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

We know that sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠DAC + ∠ADC + ∠DCA = 180°.
⇒ ∠DAC + 40° + 90° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAC + 130° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAC = 180° - 130°
⇒ ∠DAC = 50°.

Hence, the value of ∠DAC = 50°.

8(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, P and Q are centers of two circles intersecting at B and C. ACD is a straight line. Calculate the value of x.

In the figure (i) given below, P and Q are centers of two circles intersecting at B and C. ACD is a straight line. Calculate the value of x. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Arc AB subtends ∠APB at center and ∠ACB at the point C on the circle.

∴ ∠APB = 2∠ACB

⇒ ∠APB = 2∠ACB
⇒ 130° = 2∠ACB
⇒ ∠ACB = 65°.

From figure,

∠ACB + ∠BCD = 180°. (∵ both angles form a linear pair)

⇒ 65° + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ ∠BCD = 180° - 65°
⇒ ∠BCD = 115°.

In circle with center Q,

⇒ ∠BQD + Reflex ∠BQD = 360°
⇒ x° + Reflex ∠BQD = 360°
⇒ Reflex ∠BQD = 360° - x°.

Arc BD subtends reflex ∠BQD at center and ∠BCD at the point C on the circle.

∴ Reflex ∠BQD = 2∠BCD

⇒ 360° - x° = 2 × 115°
⇒ 360° - x° = 230°
⇒ x° = 360° - 230°
⇒ x° = 130°.

Hence, the value of x = 130.

8(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the circumcenter of triangle ABC in which AC = BC. Given that ∠ACB = 56°, calculate

(i) ∠CAB

(ii) ∠OAC.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the circumcenter of triangle ABC in which AC = BC. Given that ∠ACB = 56°, calculate ∠CAB, ∠OAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the circumcenter of triangle ABC in which AC = BC. Given that ∠ACB = 56°, calculate ∠CAB, ∠OAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

AC = BC so,

∠CBA = ∠CAB (As angles of equal sides are equal)

In △ABC,

∠CAB + ∠CBA + ∠ACB = 180°
2∠CAB + 56° = 180°
2∠CAB = 180° - 56°
2∠CAB = 124°
∠CAB = 62°.

Hence, ∠CAB = 62°.

(ii) OC is the radius of the circle. OC bisects ∠ACB.

∠OCA = $\frac{1}{2}$∠ACB = $\frac{1}{2} \times$ 56° = 28°.

Now in △OCA,

OA = OC (Radius of the same circle)

∠OAC = ∠OCA = 28°.

Hence, ∠OAC = 28°.

9(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, chord ED is parallel to the diameter AC of the circle. Given ∠CBE = 65°, calculate ∠DEC.

In the figure (i) given below, chord ED is parallel to the diameter AC of the circle. Given ∠CBE = 65°, calculate ∠DEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Consider △AEC and △EBC,

∠EAC = ∠EBC = 65° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

In △AEC,

∠AEC = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

We know that sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠AEC + ∠EAC + ∠ACE = 180°.
⇒ 90° + 65° + ∠ACE = 180°
⇒ ∠ACE + 155° = 180°
⇒ ∠ACE = 180° - 155°
⇒ ∠ACE = 25°.

We know that,

Alternate angles are equal.

∴ ∠DEC = ∠ACE = 25°.

Hence, the value of ∠DEC = 25°.

9(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, C is a point on the minor arc AB of the circle with centre O. Given ∠ACB = p°, ∠AOB = q°, express q in terms of p. Calculate p if OACB is a parallelogram.

In the figure (ii) given below, C is a point on the minor arc AB of the circle with centre O. Given ∠ACB = p°, ∠AOB = q°, express q in terms of p. Calculate p if OACB is a parallelogram. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠AOB + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ q° + Reflex ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ Reflex ∠AOB = 360° - q°.

Arc AB subtends reflex ∠AOB at center and ∠ACB at the point C on the circle.

∴ Reflex ∠AOB = 2∠ACB

⇒ 360° - q° = 2 × p°
⇒ 360° - q° = 2p°
⇒ 2p° + q° = 360°
⇒ q° = 360° - 2p°
⇒ q° = 2(180° - p°)
⇒ q = 2(180 - p).

Given, OABC is a parallelogram, then

Opposite angles are equal.

∴ ∠AOB = ∠ACB

⇒ p° = q°
⇒ p° = 360° - 2p°
⇒ 3p° = 360°
⇒ p° = 120°.

Hence, q = 2(180 - p) and the value of p = 120.

10(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, straight lines AB and CD pass through the center O of a circle. If ∠OCE = 40° and ∠AOD = 75°, find the number of degrees in

(i) ∠CDE

(ii) ∠OBE.

In the figure (i) given below, straight lines AB and CD pass through the center O of a circle. If ∠OCE = 40° and ∠AOD = 75°, find the number of degrees in ∠CDE, ∠OBE. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △CED,

∠CED = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

We know that sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠CED + ∠DCE + ∠CDE = 180°.
⇒ 90° + 40° + ∠CDE = 180°
⇒ ∠CDE + 130° = 180°
⇒ ∠CDE = 180° - 130°
⇒ ∠CDE = 50°.

Hence, the number of degrees in ∠CDE = 50.

(ii) From figure,

∠AOD + ∠DOB = 180° (∵ they form linear pair)
⇒ 75° + ∠DOB = 180°
⇒ ∠DOB = 180° - 75°
⇒ ∠DOB = 105°.

In △DOB,

∠ODB = ∠CDE = 50°

We know that sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠DOB + ∠ODB + ∠DBO = 180°.
⇒ 105° + 50° + ∠DBO = 180°
⇒ ∠DBO + 155° = 180°
⇒ ∠DBO = 180° - 155°
⇒ ∠DBO = 25°.

From figure,

∠OBE = ∠DBO

∴ ∠OBE = 25°.

Hence, the number of degrees in ∠OBE = 25.

10(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, I is the incentre of △ABC. AI produced meets the circumcircle of △ABC at D. Given that ∠ABC = 55° and ∠ACB = 65°, calculate

(i) ∠BCD

(ii) ∠CBD

(iii) ∠DCI

(iv) ∠BIC.

In the figure (ii) given below, I is the incentre of △ABC. AI produced meets the circumcircle of △ABC at D. Given that ∠ABC = 55° and  ∠ACB = 65°, calculate ∠BCD ∠CBD ∠DCI ∠BIC.  Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Join BI and CI as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, I is the incentre of △ABC. AI produced meets the circumcircle of △ABC at D. Given that ∠ABC = 55° and  ∠ACB = 65°, calculate ∠BCD ∠CBD ∠DCI ∠BIC.  Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠BAC + ∠ABC + ∠ACB = 180° (∵ sum of angles = 180°.)
⇒ ∠BAC + 55° + 65° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC + 120° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠BAC = 60°.

I is the incentre,

∴ I lies on the bisectors of angle of the △ABC,

∴ ∠BAD = ∠CAD = $\frac{60°}{2}$ = 30°.

∠BCD = ∠BAD = 30°. (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Hence, the value of ∠BCD = 30°

(ii) Similarly,

∠CBD = ∠CAD = 30°. (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Hence, the value of ∠CBD = 30°

(iii) The line CI bisects ∠C (∵ I lies on the bisectors of angle of the △ABC).

∴ ∠BCI = $\frac{65°}{2} = 32\frac{1}{2}°$.

From figure,

∠DCI = ∠BCD + ∠BCI = $30° + 32\frac{1}{2}° = 62\frac{1}{2}°$.

Hence, the value of ∠DCI = $62\frac{1}{2}°$.

(iv) ∠IBC = $\frac{55°}{2} = 27\frac{1}{2}°$

∠ICB = $\frac{65°}{2} = 32\frac{1}{2}°$

∠BIC = 180° - (∠IBC + ∠ICB)

$$\begin{aligned}= 180° - \Big(\frac{55°}{2} + \frac{65°}{2}\Big) \\[1em] = 180° - \Big(\frac{120°}{2}\Big) \\[1em] = 180° - 60° \\[1em] = 120°.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the value of ∠BIC = 120°.

11Exercise 15.1

O is the circumcentre of the triangle ABC and D is mid-point of the base BC. Prove that ∠BOD = ∠A.

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From the below figure:

O is the circumcentre of the triangle ABC and D is mid-point of the base BC. Prove that ∠BOD = ∠A.  Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Arc BC subtends ∠BOC at center and ∠BAC at the point A on the circle.

∴ ∠BOC = 2∠A

In △OBD and △ODC,

OD = OD (Common side)

BD = CD (As D is the mid-point of BC)

OB = OC (Radius of the same circle)

∴ △OBD ≅ △ODC (SSS rule of congruency).

∴ ∠BOD = ∠COD (As corresponding part of congruent triangles are congruent.)

Since, ∠BOD = ∠COD so,

∠BOD = $\frac{1}{2}$∠BOC ....(i)

∠BOC = 2∠A
∠A = $\frac{1}{2}$ ∠BOC .....(ii)

From (i) and (ii) we get,

∠BOD = ∠A

Hence, proved that ∠BOD = ∠A.

12Exercise 15.1

In the adjoining figure, AB and CD are equal chords. AD and BC intersects at E. Prove that AE = CE and BE = DE.

In the adjoining figure, AB and CD are equal chords. AD and BC intersects at E. Prove that AE = CE and BE = DE.  Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △AEB and △CED,

∠A = ∠C (∵ angles in same segment of a circle are equal.)

∠B = ∠D (∵ angles in same segment of a circle are equal.)

AB = CD (Given)

∴ △AEB ≅ △CED (By ASA axiom)

As corresponding part of congruent triangles are congruent hence,

AE = CE and BE = DE.

Hence, proved that AE = CE and BE = DE.

13(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of a circle with center O. AC and BD are perpendiculars on a line PQ. BD meets the circle at E. Prove that AC = ED.

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of a circle with center O. AC and BD are perpendiculars on a line PQ. BD meets the circle at E. Prove that AC = ED. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join AE.

∠AEB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

∠AED = 90° (∵ ∠AEB and ∠AED form a linear pair.)

Hence, we can say that,

DE is also perpendicular to AE, since DE is also perpendicular to PQ hence,

AE || PQ.

Since, CA and DE both are perpendicular to PQ hence,

CA || DE.

Hence, proved that ACDE is a rectangle.

In rectangle opposite sides are equal so,

AC = DE.

Hence, proved that AC = DE.

13(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of a circle. Chord CD is parallel to the diameter AB. If ∠ABC = 25°, calculate ∠CED.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of a circle. Chord CD is parallel to the diameter AB. If ∠ABC = 25°, calculate ∠CED. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OC and OD as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of a circle. Chord CD is parallel to the diameter AB. If ∠ABC = 25°, calculate ∠CED. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

AC subtends angle AOC at centre and ∠ABC at point B.

∴ ∠AOC = 2∠ABC = 2 × 25° = 50°.

From figure,

∠OCD = ∠AOC (Alternate angles)

Hence, ∠OCD = 50°.

In △OCD,

OC = OD (Both are radius of the circle)

so, ∠ODC = ∠OCD.

Since, sum of angles of a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠COD + ∠OCD + ∠ODC = 180°
⇒ ∠COD + 50° + 50° = 180°
⇒ ∠COD + 100° = 180°
⇒ ∠COD = 80°.

CD subtends ∠COD at center and ∠CED at point E of the circle.

∴ ∠COD = 2∠CED
⇒ 80° = 2∠CED
⇒ ∠CED = 40°.

Hence, ∠CED = 40°.

14Exercise 15.1

In the adjoining figure, O is the center of the given circle and OABC is a parallelogram. BC is produced to meet the circle at D. Prove that ∠ABC = 2∠OAD.

In the adjoining figure, O is the center of the given circle and OABC is a parallelogram. BC is produced to meet the circle at D. Prove that ∠ABC = 2∠OAD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join AD.

Arc AC subtends ∠AOC at the center and ∠ADC at the point D of the circle.

∴ ∠AOC = 2∠ADC (As angle at center = double the angle at the remaining part of the circle)

∠OAD = ∠ADC (∵ alternate angles are equal.)

∴ ∠AOC = 2∠OAD .....(i)

Since, opposite angles are equal in parallelogram,

∴ ∠ABC = ∠AOC

Putting values of ∠AOC in eqn (i) we get,

∠ABC = 2∠OAD.

Hence, proved that ∠ABC = 2∠OAD.

15(a)Exercise 15.1

In figure (i) given below, P is the point of intersection of the chords BC and AQ such that AB = AP. Prove that CP = CQ.

In figure (i) given below, P is the point of intersection of the chords BC and AQ such that AB = AP. Prove that CP = CQ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, two chords AQ and BC intersect each other at P inside the circle. AB and CQ are joined and AB = AP.

To prove : CP = CQ

Construction : Join AC.

Proof :

In △ABP and △CQP

∠B = ∠Q (∵ angles in same segment are equal)

∠BAP = ∠PCQ (∵ angles in same segment are equal)

∠BPA = ∠CPQ (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

∴ △ABP ~ △CQP (By AAA axiom of similarity.)

Since, triangles are similar hence, the ratio of the corresponding sides are equal.

$\frac{AB}{CQ} = \frac{AP}{CP}$

We know, AB = AP,

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AP}{CQ} = \frac{AP}{CP} \\[1em] CQ = CP.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that CQ = CP.

15(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, AB = AC = CD, ∠ADC = 38°. Calculate

(i) ∠ABC

(ii) ∠BEC.

In the figure (ii) given below, AB = AC = CD, ∠ADC = 38°. Calculate ∠ABC, ∠BEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △ACD,

AC = CD

∴ ∠CAD = ∠ADC = 38° (∵ angles of equal sides in triangle are equal)

∠ACB = ∠CAD + ∠ADC = 38° + 38° = 76° (∵ exterior angle = sum of two opposite interior angles.)

In △ABC,

AB = AC

∴ ∠ABC = ∠ACB = 76° (As angles of equal sides in triangle are equal)

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 76°.

(ii) We know that sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

⇒ ∠BAC + ∠ABC + ∠ACB = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC + 76° + 76° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC + 152° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 152°
⇒ ∠BAC = 28°.

∠BEC = ∠BAC (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠BEC = 28°.

Hence, the value of ∠BEC = 28°.

16(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, CP bisects ∠ACB. Prove that DP bisects ∠ADB.

In the figure (i) given below, CP bisects ∠ACB. Prove that DP bisects ∠ADB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ACB = ∠ADB (∵ angles in same segment are equal.) ....(i)

∠ACP = ∠ADP (∵ angles in same segment are equal.) ....(ii)

We know,

∠ACP = $\frac{1}{2}$∠ACB (∵ CP bisects ∠ACB.) .....(iii)

Using values from eq (i) and eq (ii) and putting in eq (iii) we get,

∠ADP = $\frac{1}{2}$∠ADB

Hence, proved that DP bisects ∠ADB.

16(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, BD bisects ∠ABC. Prove that $\frac{AB}{BD} = \frac{BE}{BC}$.

In the figure (ii) given below, BD bisects ∠ABC. Prove that AB/BD = BE/BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join CD as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, BD bisects ∠ABC. Prove that AB/BD = BE/BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △ABE and △BCD,

∠A = ∠D (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠ABE = ∠DBC (As BD is bisector of ∠ABC)

△ABE ~ △BCD (AA rule of similarity).

Since, ratio of corresponding sides of similar triangles are equal,

∴ $\frac{AB}{BD} = \frac{BE}{BC}.$

Hence, proved.

17(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, chords AB and CD of a circle intersect at E.

(i) Prove that triangles ADE and CBE are similar.

(ii) Given DC = 12 cm, DE = 4 cm and AE = 16 cm, calculate the length of BE.

In the figure (i) given below, chords AB and CD of a circle intersect at E. Prove that triangles ADE and CBE are similar. Given DC = 12 cm, DE = 4 cm and AE = 16 cm, calculate the length of BE. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △CBE and △ADE,

∠B = ∠D (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠BEC = ∠DEA (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

△CBE ~ △ADE. (By AA axiom)

Hence, proved that △CBE ~ △ADE.

(ii) Given, DC = 12 cm.

From figure,

⇒ DC = DE + EC
⇒ 12 = 4 + EC
⇒ EC = 12 - 4
⇒ EC = 8 cm.

Chords AB and CD intersect each other at E.

Considering △BEC and △AED,

∠BEC = ∠DEA (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

∠CBE = ∠EDA (∵ both angles are subtended on circle by arc AC and angles in same segment are equal.)

Hence, △BEC ~ △AED.

Since triangles are similar hence the ratio of the corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{BE}{DE} = \frac{EC}{EA} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BE \times EA = EC \times DE \\[1em] BE \times 16 = 8 \times 4 \\[1em] BE = \frac{32}{16} \\[1em] BE = 2.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of BE = 2 cm.

17(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, AB and CD are two intersecting chords of a circle. Name two triangles which are similar. Hence, calculate CP given that AP = 6 cm, PB = 4 cm, and CD = 14 cm (PC > PD).

In the figure (ii) given below, AB and CD are two intersecting chords of a circle. Name two triangles which are similar. Hence, calculate CP given that AP = 6 cm, PB = 4 cm, and CD = 14 cm (PC > PD). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △APD and △CPB,

∠DAB = ∠DCB (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠APD = ∠CPB (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

△APD ~ △CPB. (By AA axiom)

Hence, proved that △APD ~ △CPB.

Chords AB and CD intersect each other at P.

Since △APD ~ △CPB, Hence, the ratio of corresponding sides are equal.

$\therefore \frac{AP}{CP} = \frac{PD}{PB}$

∴ AP × PB = CP × PD .....(i)

From figure,

CD = CP + PD

Let CP = x cm.

⇒ 14 = x + PD
⇒ PD = (14 - x) cm.

Putting values in eq (i)

⇒ 6 × 4 = x × (14 - x)

⇒ 24 = 14x - x2

⇒ x2 - 14x + 24 = 0

⇒ x2 - 12x - 2x + 24 = 0

⇒ x(x - 12) - 2(x - 12) = 0

⇒ (x - 2)(x - 12) = 0

⇒ x - 2 = 0 or x - 12 = 0

⇒ x = 2 or x = 12.

Since, given PC > PD so, CP = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of CP = 12 cm.

18Exercise 15.1

In the adjoining figure, AE and BC intersect each other at point D. If ∠CDE = 90°, AB = 5 cm, BD = 4 cm and CD = 9 cm, find DE.

In the adjoining figure, AE and BC intersect each other at point D. If ∠CDE = 90°, AB = 5 cm, BD = 4 cm and CD = 9 cm, find DE. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join A and B as shown in the figure below:

In the adjoining figure, AE and BC intersect each other at point D. If ∠CDE = 90°, AB = 5 cm, BD = 4 cm and CD = 9 cm, find DE. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

From figure,

Since, ∠CDE = 90° so, ∠ADB = 90° (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

In right angle triangle △ADB, by pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow AB^2 = AD^2 + BD^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 5^2 = AD^2 + 4^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 25 = AD^2 + 16 \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD^2 = 25 - 16 \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD^2 = 9 \\[1em] \Rightarrow AD = 3 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Chords AE and CB intersect each other at D.

In △ADB and △CDE,

∠BAD = ∠DCE (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠ADB = ∠CDE (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

△ADB ~ △CDE. (By AA axiom)

Since △ADB ~ △CDE, Hence, the ratio of corresponding sides are equal.

$\therefore \frac{AD}{CD} = \frac{BD}{DE}$

∴ AD × DE = CD × BD

⇒ 3 × DE = 9 × 4

⇒ DE = $\frac{36}{3}$

⇒ DE = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of DE = 12 cm.

19(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, PR is a diameter of the circle, PQ = 7 cm, QR = 6 cm and RS = 2 cm. Calculate the perimeter of the cyclic quadrilateral PQRS.

In the figure (i) given below, PR is a diameter of the circle, PQ = 7 cm, QR = 6 cm and RS = 2 cm. Calculate the perimeter of the cyclic quadrilateral PQRS. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that ∠PQR = 90° as angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.

So, △PQR is a right angled triangle.

By pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}PR^2 = PQ^2 + QR^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 7^2 + 6^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 49 + 36 \\[1em] PR^2 = 85.\end{aligned}$$

In △PRS,

∠PSR = 90° as angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.

So, △PRS is a right angled triangle.

By pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}PR^2 = PS^2 + RS^2 \\[1em] 85 = PS^2 + 2^2 \\[1em] PS^2 = 85 - 4 \\[1em] PS^2 = 81 \\[1em] PS = 9.\end{aligned}$$

Perimeter of PQRS = PQ + QR + RS + SP = 7 + 6 + 2 + 9 = 24 cm.

Hence, the perimeter of cyclic quadrilateral is 24 cm.

19(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, the diagonals of a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD intersect in P and the area of the triangle APB is 24 cm2. If AB = 8 cm and CD = 5 cm, calculate the area of △DPC.

In the figure (i) given below, PR is a diameter of the circle, PQ = 7 cm, QR = 6 cm and RS = 2 cm. Calculate the perimeter of the cyclic quadrilateral PQRS. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △ABP and △DPC,

∠APB = ∠DPC (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

∠ABP = ∠DCP (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

△APB ~ △DPC. (By AA axiom)

We know that ratio of the area of similar triangles is the ratio of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △APB}}{\text{Area of △DPC}} = \frac{AB^2}{CD^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{24}{\text{Area of △DPC}} = \frac{64}{25} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △DPC} = \frac{24 \times 25}{64} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △DPC} = \frac{600}{64} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △DPC} = \frac{75}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △DPC} = 9\frac{3}{8}. \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the area of △DPC = $9\frac{3}{8}$ cm2.

20Exercise 15.1

In adjoining figure, AB = 9 cm, PA = 7.5 cm and PC = 5 cm. Chords AD and BC intersect at P.

In adjoining figure, AB = 9 cm, PA = 7.5 cm and PC = 5 cm. Chords AD and BC intersect at P. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) Prove that Δ PAB ∼ Δ PCD.

(ii) Find the length of CD.

(iii) Find the area of Δ PAB : area of Δ PCD.

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(i) As we know that,

If two chords of a circle intersect internally or externally, then the products of the lengths of segments are equal.

∴ PA.PD = PB.PC

$\Rightarrow \frac{PA}{PC} = \frac{PB}{PD}$

⇒ ∠APB = ∠CPD (Vertically opposite angles)

If the corresponding sides of two triangles are proportional and one angle are equal, then the two triangles are similar.

Hence, proved that Δ PAB ∼ Δ PCD (By SAS rule of similarity).

(ii) Since, Δ PAB ∼ Δ PCD

$\therefore \frac{PA}{PC} = \frac{AB}{CD}$

Substituting the values, we get :

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \frac{7.5}{5} = \frac{9}{CD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 1.5 = \frac{9}{CD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = \frac{9}{1.5} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = 6.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of CD = 6 cm.

(iii) As we know that,

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of the squares of their corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of ΔPAB}}{\text{Area of ΔPCD}} = \frac{PA^2}{PC^2} \\[1em] = \frac{(7.5)^2}{5^2} \\[1em] = \frac{56.25}{25} \\[1em] = \frac{9}{4}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the area of ΔPAB : area of ΔPCD = 9 : 4.

21(a)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (i) given below, QPX is the bisector of ∠YXZ of the triangle XYZ. Prove that XY : XQ = XP : XZ.

In the figure (i) given below, QPX is the bisector of ∠YXZ of the triangle XYZ. Prove that XY : XQ = XP : XZ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △XYQ and △XPZ,

∠Q = ∠Z (∵ angles in same segment are equal as arc XY subtends both the angles at the circle.)

∠YXQ = ∠PXZ (∵ QPX is the bisector of ∠YXZ hence it divides the angle in two equal halves.)

△XYQ ~ △XPZ. (By AA axiom)

Since triangles are similar hence, the ratio of corresponding sides are similar,

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{XY}{XP} = \frac{XQ}{XZ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{XY}{XQ} = \frac{XP}{XZ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow XY : XQ = XP : XZ \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Hence, proved that XY : XQ = XP : XZ.

21(b)Exercise 15.1

In the figure (ii) given below, chords BA and DC of a circle meet at P. Prove that

(i) ∠PAD = ∠PCB

(ii) PA × PB = PC × PD.

In the figure (ii) given below, chords BA and DC of a circle meet at P. Prove that ∠PAD = ∠PCB, PA × PB = PC × PD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

∠PAD + ∠DAB = ∠PCB + ∠BCD (∵ both are equal to 180°)....(i)

∠DAB = ∠BCD (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Putting this value of ∠DAB in (i) we get,

⇒ ∠PAD + ∠BCD = ∠PCB + ∠BCD
⇒ ∠PAD = ∠PCB + ∠BCD - ∠BCD
⇒ ∠PAD = ∠PCB

Hence, proved that ∠PAD = ∠PCB.

(ii) In △PBC and △PAD,

∠PAD = ∠PCB (Proved above.)

∠P = ∠P (Common angle.)

△PBC ~ △PAD. (By AA axiom)

Since triangles are similar hence, the ratio of corresponding sides are similar,

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{PC}{PA} = \frac{PB}{PD} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PA \times PB = PC \times PD.\end{aligned}$$

Hence proved that PA × PB = PC × PD.

1(i)Exercise 15.2

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in each the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in the following figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in the following figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

By property of cyclic quadrilateral — An exterior angle of cyclic quadrilateral is equal to opposite interior angle.

We get,

∠BAD = ∠DCE = x°

Arc BD subtends ∠BOD on center and ∠BAD at point A of the circle.

∴ ∠BOD = 2∠BAD (∵ as angle subtended on center of circle is double the angle subtended on any other part.)

⇒ 150° = 2x°
⇒ x° = $\frac{150°}{2}$
⇒ x° = 75°.

Hence, the value of x = 75.

1(ii)Exercise 15.2

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in each the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in the following figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in the following figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

By property of cyclic quadrilateral — An exterior angle of cyclic quadrilateral is equal to opposite interior angle.

We get,

∠BAD = ∠DCE = 80°

Arc BD subtends ∠BOD on center and ∠BAD at point A of the circle.

From figure,

∠BOD = 360° - x°

∴ ∠BOD = 2∠BAD (∵ as angle subtended on center of circle is double the angle subtended on any other part.)

⇒ 360° - x° = 2 × 80°
⇒ x° = 360° - 160°
⇒ x° = 200°.

Hence, the value of x = 200.

1(iii)Exercise 15.2

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in each the following figure (using the given information) :

If O is the center of the circle find the value of x in the following figure. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

∠ACB = 90°. (∵ angle in semi circle is 90°)

Since sum of angles in triangle is 180°.

∴ In △ABC

⇒ ∠CAB + ∠ACB + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ 25° + 90° + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ 115° + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ ∠ABC = 65°.

Since opposite angles sum is 180° in cyclic quadrilateral

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ 65° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 65°
⇒ x° = 115°.

Hence, the value of x = 115.

2(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠AOC = 150°, find

(i) ∠ABC

(ii) ∠ADC.

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(i) Arc AC subtends ∠AOC on center and ∠ABC at point B of the circle.

∴ ∠AOC = 2∠ABC (∵ as angle subtended on center of circle is double the angle subtended on any other part.)

⇒ 150° = 2∠ABC

⇒ ∠ABC = $\frac{150°}{2}$

⇒ ∠ABC = 75°.

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 75°.

(ii) From figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

Since opposite angles sum is 180° in cyclic quadrilateral

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ 75° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 75°
⇒ x° = 105°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADC = 105°.

2(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, AC is a diameter of the given circle and ∠BCD = 75°. Calculate the size of

(i) ∠ABC

(ii) ∠EAF

In the figure (ii) given below, AC is a diameter of the given circle and ∠BCD = 75°. Calculate the size of ∠ABC, ∠EAF. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

∠ABC = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is equal to 90°)

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 90°.

(ii) Since opposite angles sum is 180° in cyclic quadrilateral

⇒ ∠BAD + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ ∠BAD + 75° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAD = 180° - 75°
⇒ ∠BAD = 105°.

From figure,

∠EAF = ∠BAD = 105°.

Hence, the value of ∠EAF = 105°.

3(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, if ∠DCB = 58° and BD is a diameter of the circle, calculate

(i) ∠BDC

(ii) ∠BEC

(iii) ∠BAC

In the figure (i) given below, if ∠DCB = 58° and BD is a diameter of the circle, calculate ∠BDC ∠BEC ∠BAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Given,

∠DBC = 58°

From figure,

∠BCD = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.)

Since sum of angles in triangle is 180°.

∴ In △BCD

⇒ ∠DBC + ∠BCD + ∠BDC = 180°
⇒ 58° + 90° + ∠BDC = 180°
⇒ 148° + ∠BDC = 180°
⇒ ∠BDC = 180° - 148°
⇒ ∠BDC = 32°.

Hence, the value of ∠BDC = 32°.

(ii) Considering quadrilateral BDCE.

From figure,

BDCE is a cyclic quadrilateral.

Since opposite angles sum is 180° in cyclic quadrilateral

⇒ ∠BDC + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ 32° + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ ∠BEC = 180° - 32°
⇒ ∠BEC = 148°.

Hence, the value of ∠BEC = 148°.

(iii) From figure,

∠BAC = ∠BDC (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∴ ∠BAC = 32°.

Hence, the value of ∠BAC = 32°.

3(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is parallel to DC, ∠BCE = 80° and ∠BAC = 25°. Find :

(i) ∠CAD

(ii) ∠CBD

(iii) ∠ADC

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is parallel to DC, ∠BCE = 80° and ∠BAC = 25°. Find ∠CAD ∠CBD ∠ADC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

Since exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∴ ∠BCE = ∠DAB

⇒ ∠BCE = ∠CAD + ∠BAC
⇒ 80° = ∠CAD + 25°
⇒ ∠CAD = 80° - 25°
⇒ ∠CAD = 55°.

Hence, the value of ∠CAD = 55°.

(ii) From figure,

∠CBD = ∠CAD (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠CBD = 55°.

Hence, the value of ∠CBD = 55°.

(iii) ∠BAC = ∠BDC (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠BDC = 25°.

Now AB || DC and BD is the transversal

∠ABD = ∠BDC (∵ ∵ alternate angles are equal.)

⇒ ∠ABD = 25°

From figure,

∠ABC = ∠ABD + ∠CBD = 25° + 55° = 80°.

Since, sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°.

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ 80° + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ ∠ADC = 180° - 80°
⇒ ∠ADC = 100°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADC = 100°.

4(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠ADC = 80° and ∠ACD = 52°, find the values of ∠ABC and ∠CBD.

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠ADC = 80° and ∠ACD = 52°, find the values of ∠ABC and ∠CBD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the given figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

Since, sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°.

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ ∠ABC + 80° = 180°
⇒ ∠ABC = 180° - 80°
⇒ ∠ABC = 100°.

From figure,

∠DBA = ∠DCA = 52°. (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

⇒ ∠ABC = ∠DBA + ∠CBD
⇒ 100° = 52° + ∠CBD
⇒ ∠CBD = 100° - 52°
⇒ ∠CBD = 48°.

Hence, ∠ABC = 100° and ∠CBD = 48°.

4(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. ∠AOE = 150°, ∠DAO = 51°. Calculate the sizes of ∠BEC and ∠EBC.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. ∠AOE = 150°, ∠DAO = 51°. Calculate the sizes of ∠BEC and ∠EBC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠DAB = ∠DAO = 51°.

ABED is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

∠BEC = ∠DAB = 51° (∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.)

Reflex ∠AOE = 360° - ∠AOE = 360° - 150° = 210°.

Arc AE subtends ∠ADE at point D and Reflex ∠AOE at center.

Reflex ∠AOE = 2∠ADE (∵ angle subtended by an arc at center is double the angle subtended at any other point of the circle.)

210° = 2∠ADE
∠ADE = $\frac{210°}{2}$
∠ADE = 105°.

∠EBC = ∠ADE = 105° (∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.)

Hence, ∠BEC = 51° and ∠EBC = 105°.

5(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a parallelogram. A circle passes through A and D and cuts AB at E and DC at F. Given that ∠BEF = 80°, find ∠ABC.

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a parallelogram. A circle passes through A and D and cuts AB at E and DC at F. Given that ∠BEF = 80°, find ∠ABC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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ADFE is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

∠ADF = ∠FEB = 80° (∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.)

As opposite angles of a parallelogram are equal.

∠ABC = ∠ADC

From figure,

∠ADC = ∠ADF = 80°.

∴ ∠ABC = 80°.

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 80°.

5(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, ABCD is a cyclic trapezium in which AD is parallel to BC and ∠B = 70°, find

(i) ∠BAD

(ii) ∠BCD

In the figure (ii) given below, ABCD is a cyclic trapezium in which AD is parallel to BC and ∠B = 70°, find ∠BAD ∠BCD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In trapezium sum of angles on same side = 180°.

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠BAD = 180°
⇒ 70° + ∠BAD = 180°
⇒ ∠BAD = 180° - 70°
⇒ ∠BAD = 110°

Hence, the value of ∠BAD = 110°.

(ii) ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠BAD + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ 110° + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ ∠BCD = 180° - 110°
⇒ ∠BCD = 70°.

Hence, the value of ∠BCD = 70°.

6(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠BAD = 30°, find the values of p, q and r.

In the figure (i) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠BAD = 30°, find the values of p, q and r. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠A + ∠C = 180°
⇒ 30° + p = 180°
⇒ p = 180° - 30°
⇒ p = 150°.

∠BAD = ∠BED (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

⇒ r = 30°.

Arc BD subtends ∠BAD at point A and ∠BOD at center.

∠BOD = 2∠BAD (∵ angle subtended by an arc at center is double the angle subtended at any other point of the circle.)

q = 2 × 30°
q = 60°.

Hence, the value of p = 150°, q = 60° and r = 30°.

6(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles intersect at points P and Q. If ∠A = 80° and ∠D = 84°, calculate

(i) ∠QBC

(ii) ∠BCP

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles intersect at points P and Q. If ∠A = 80° and ∠D = 84°, calculate ∠QBC ∠BCP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join PQ as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles intersect at points P and Q. If ∠A = 80° and ∠D = 84°, calculate ∠QBC ∠BCP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

PQAD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠DAQ + ∠DPQ = 180°
⇒ 80° + ∠DPQ = 180°
⇒ ∠DPQ = 180° - 80°
⇒ ∠DPQ = 100°.

Also,

⇒ ∠PDA + ∠PQA = 180°
⇒ 84° + ∠PQA = 180°
⇒ ∠PQA = 180° - 84°
⇒ ∠PQA = 96°.

Since exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∠QBC = ∠DPQ = 100°

∠BCP = ∠PQA = 96°.

Hence, the value of ∠QBC = 100° and ∠BCP = 96°.

7(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, PQ is a diameter. Chord SR is parallel to PQ. Given ∠PQR = 58°, calculate

(i) ∠RPQ

(ii) ∠STP

(T is a point on the minor arc SP)

In the figure (i) given below, PQ is a diameter. Chord SR is parallel to PQ. Given ∠PQR = 58°, calculate ∠RPQ, ∠STP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

∠PRQ = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.)

Since sum of angles in triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠PRQ + ∠RQP + ∠RPQ = 180°
⇒ 90° + 58° + ∠RPQ = 180°
⇒ ∠RPQ + 148° = 180°
⇒ ∠RPQ = 180° - 148
⇒ ∠RPQ = 32°.

Hence, the value of ∠RPQ = 32°.

(ii) From figure,

∠SRP = ∠RPQ = 32° (∵ alternate angles are equal.)

Since, PTSR is a cyclic quadrilateral so sum of its opposite angles is equal to 180°.

⇒ ∠SRP + ∠STP = 180°
⇒ 32° + ∠STP = 180°
⇒ ∠STP = 180° - 32°
⇒ ∠STP = 148°.

Hence, the value of ∠STP = 148°.

7(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, if ∠ACE = 43° and ∠CAF = 62°, find the values of a, b and c.

In the figure (ii) given below, if ∠ACE = 43° and ∠CAF = 62°, find the values of a, b and c. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠CAE = ∠CAF = 62°

Since sum of angles in triangle is 180°.

In △ACE,

⇒ ∠CAE + ∠ACE + ∠CEA = 180°
⇒ 62° + 43° + ∠CEA = 180°
⇒ ∠CEA + 105° = 180°
⇒ ∠CEA = 180° - 105°
⇒ ∠CEA = 75°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠CEA + ∠DEF = 180° (As they are linear pair.)
⇒ 75° + ∠DEF = 180°
⇒ ∠DEF = 180° - 75°
⇒ ∠DEF = 105°.

ABDE is a cyclic quadrilateral as all of its vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

Since exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

⇒ ∠ABD = ∠DEF = 105°
⇒ a = 105°.

Since sum of angles in triangle is 180°.

In △ABF,

⇒ ∠BAF + ∠ABF + ∠BFA = 180°
⇒ 62° + a + b = 180°
⇒ 62° + 105° + b = 180°
⇒ b + 167° = 180°
⇒ b = 180° - 167°
⇒ b = 13°

Since exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

⇒ ∠EDF = ∠BAE = 62°
⇒ c = 62°.

Hence, the value of a = 105°, b = 13° and c = 62°.

8(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle. If ∠ADC = 120°, find ∠CAB.

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle. If ∠ADC = 120°, find ∠CAB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join CB as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter of the circle. If ∠ADC = 120°, find ∠CAB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

So, ABCD becomes a cyclic quadrilateral.

Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠CBA + ∠ADC = 180°
⇒ ∠CBA + 120° = 180°
⇒ ∠CBA = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠CBA = 60°.

Join AC.

In △ABC

∠ACB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.)

Sum of angles of triangle = 180°

⇒ ∠CAB + ∠ACB + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ ∠CAB + 90° + 60° = 180°
⇒ ∠CAB + 150° = 180°
⇒ ∠CAB = 180° - 150°
⇒ ∠CAB = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠CAB = 30°.

8(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, sides AB and DC of a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD are produced to meet at E, the sides AD and BC are produced to meet at F. If x : y : z = 3 : 4 : 5, find the values of x, y and z.

In the figure (ii) given below, sides AB and DC of a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD are produced to meet at E, the sides AD and BC are produced to meet at F. If x : y : z = 3 : 4 : 5, find the values of x, y and z. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

∠DAB = ∠BCE = x (Property of cyclic quadrilateral by which an exterior angle = opposite interior angle.)

In △BCE

∠CBE = 180° - (x° + y°)

From figure,

∠CBE and ∠CBA are linear pairs.

So,

⇒ ∠CBE + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ 180° - (x° + y°) + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ ∠CBA = 180° - 180° + (x° + y°)
⇒ ∠CBA = x° + y°

In △ABF,

So,

∠BAF + ∠ABF + ∠AFB = 180°
x + (x + y) + z = 180° (∵ From figure, ∠BAF = ∠DAB and ∠ABF = ∠CBA)

Given x : y : z = 3 : 4 : 5 , so x = 3k, y = 4k and z = 5k

3k + (3k + 4k) + 5k = 180°
15k = 180°
k = 12°

Hence, x = 3k = 3 × 12° = 36°, y = 4k = 4 × 12° = 48° and z = 5k = 5 × 12° = 60°.

Hence, the value of x = 36°, y = 48° and z = 60°.

9(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle with centre O. CD is produced to E. If ∠ADE = 70° and ∠OBA = 45°, calculate

(i) ∠OCA

(ii) ∠BAC

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle with centre O. CD is produced to E. If ∠ADE = 70° and ∠OBA = 45°, calculate ∠OCA ∠BAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OA, OB, OC and AC as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (i) given below, ABCD is a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle with centre O. CD is produced to E. If ∠ADE = 70° and ∠OBA = 45°, calculate ∠OCA ∠BAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all the vertices lie on the circumference.

Since exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

⇒ ∠ADE = ∠ABC = 70°.

Arc AC subtends ∠AOC at center and ∠ABC at point B,

∠AOC = 2∠ABC (∵ angle subtended by an arc at centre is double the angle subtended at any other point of the circle.)

⇒ ∠AOC = 2 × 70° = 140°.

From figure,

OA = OC = Radius of the circle.

So, ∠OCA = ∠OAC = x.

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △OCA,

⇒ ∠AOC + ∠OCA + ∠OAC = 180°
⇒ 140° + x + x = 180°
⇒ 140° + 2x = 180°
⇒ 2x = 180° - 140°
⇒ 2x = 40°
⇒ x = 20°.

Hence, the value of ∠OCA = 20°.

(ii) From above solution,

∠ABC = 70°

From figure,

∠ABC = ∠OBA + ∠OBC
70° = 45° + ∠OBC
∠OBC = 70° - 45°
∠OBC = 25°.

As, OB = OC = radius of the circle.

∴ ∠OCB = ∠OBC = 25°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠ACB = ∠OCB + OCA
⇒ ∠ACB = 25° + 20° = 45°

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ACB + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ 70° + 45° + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ 115° + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 115°
⇒ ∠BAC = 65°

Hence, the value of ∠BAC = 65°.

9(b)Exercise 15.2

In figure (ii) given below, ABF is a straight line and BE || DC. If ∠DAB = 92° and ∠EBF = 20°, find

(i) ∠BCD

(ii) ∠ADC

In figure (ii) given below, ABF is a straight line and BE || DC. If ∠DAB = 92° and ∠EBF = 20°, find ∠BCD, ∠ADC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠DAB + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ 92° + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ ∠BCD = 180° - 92°
⇒ ∠BCD = 88°.

Hence, the value of ∠BCD = 88°.

(ii) ∠CBE = ∠BCD = 88° (∵ ∠CBE and ∠BCD are alternate angles)

∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

⇒ ∠ADC = ∠CBF
⇒ ∠ADC = ∠CBE + ∠EBF
⇒ ∠ADC = 88° + 20°
⇒ ∠ADC = 108°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADC = 108°.

10(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral in which PQ = QR and RS is produced to T. If ∠QPR = 52°, calculate ∠PST.

In the figure (i) given below, PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral in which PQ = QR and RS is produced to T. If ∠QPR = 52°, calculate ∠PST. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, ∠QPR = 52°.

Since PQ = PR so, ∠QRP = ∠QPR = 52°.

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △PQR

⇒ ∠QPR + ∠QRP + ∠PQR = 180°
⇒ 52° + 52° + ∠PQR = 180°
⇒ 104° + ∠PQR = 180°
⇒ ∠PQR = 180° - 104°
⇒ ∠PQR = 76°.

∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∠PST = ∠PQR = 76°

Hence, the value of ∠PST = 76°

10(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠OAD = 50°, find the values of x and y.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠OAD = 50°, find the values of x and y. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

Sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°

⇒ ∠BCD + ∠BAD = 180°
⇒ x + 50° = 180°
⇒ x = 180° - 50°
⇒ x = 130°.

OA = OD = radius of the circle.

So, in △ODA,

∠ODA = ∠OAD = 50°.

In triangle exterior angle is equal to the sum of the opposite two interior angle.

y = ∠ODA + ∠OAD = 50° + 50° = 100°.

Hence, the value of x = 130° and y = 100°.

11(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠COD = 40° and ∠CBE = 100°, then find :

(i) ∠ADC

(ii) ∠DAC

(iii) ∠ODA

(iv) ∠OCA

In the figure (i) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠COD = 40° and ∠CBE = 100°, then find ∠ADC ∠DAC ∠ODA ∠OCA. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∠ADC = ∠CBE = 100°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADC = 100°

(ii) Arc DC subtends ∠DOC at center and ∠DAC at point A.

⇒ ∠DOC = 2∠DAC (∵ angle subtended on center by an arc is double the angle subtended on the remaining part of circle.)

⇒ 40° = 2∠DAC
⇒ ∠DAC = 20°

Hence, the value of ∠DAC = 20°.

(iii) In △COD, OC = OD = radius of the same circle.

∠CDO = ∠DCO = x

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △COD

⇒ ∠CDO + ∠DCO + ∠COD = 180°
⇒ x + x + 40° = 180°
⇒ 40° + 2x = 180°
⇒ 2x = 180° - 40°
⇒ 2x = 140°
⇒ x = 70°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠ADC = ∠ODA + ∠CDO
⇒ 100° = ∠ODA + 70°
⇒ ∠ODA = 100° - 70° = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠ODA = 30°.

(iv) Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △ADC

⇒ ∠ADC + ∠DAC + ∠ACD = 180°
⇒ 100° + 20° + ∠ACD = 180°
⇒ 120° + ∠ACD = 180°
⇒ ∠ACD = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠ACD = 60°.

From figure,

∠OCA = ∠DCO - ∠ACD = 70° - 60° = 10°.

Hence, the value of ∠OCA = 10°.

11(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠BAD = 75° and BC = CD, find:

(i) ∠BOD

(ii) ∠BCD

(iii) ∠BOC

(iv) ∠OBD

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠BAD = 75° and BC = CD, find ∠BOD ∠BCD ∠BOC ∠OBD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OC and BD as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle. If ∠BAD = 75° and BC = CD, find ∠BOD ∠BCD ∠BOC ∠OBD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) ∠BOD = 2 × ∠BAD (∵ angle subtended by an arc at center is double the angle subtended at any point on the remaining part of the circle.)

∠BOD = 2 × 75° = 150°.

Hence, the value of ∠BOD = 150°.

(ii) ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral as all of its vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

We know that sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral = 180°.

⇒ ∠BCD + ∠BAD = 180°
⇒ ∠BCD + 75° = 180°
⇒ ∠BCD = 180° - 75°
⇒ ∠BCD = 105°.

Hence, the value of ∠BCD = 105°.

(iii) Join OC.

As equal chords of a circle subtend equal angles at the center and chord BC = chord CD, so ∠BOC = ∠COD.

∠BOC = $\frac{1}{2}$∠BOD = $\frac{1}{2} \times 150°$ = 75°.

Hence, the value of ∠BOC = 75°.

(iv) Join BD.

Since, OB = OD

∴ ∠OBD = ∠ODB = x

Since sum of angles of triangle = 180°

In △OBD

⇒ ∠BOD + ∠OBD + ∠ODB = 180°
⇒ 150° + x + x = 180°
⇒ 150° + 2x = 180°
⇒ 2x = 180° - 150°
⇒ 2x = 30°
⇒ x = 15°.

Hence, the value of ∠OBD = 15°.

12Exercise 15.2

In the adjoining figure, O is the center and AOE is the diameter of the semicircle ABCDE. If AB = BC and ∠AEB = 50°, find :

(i) ∠CBE

(ii) ∠CDE

(iii) ∠AOB.

Prove that OB is parallel to EC.

In the adjoining figure, O is the center and AOE is the diameter of the semicircle ABCDE. If AB = BC and ∠AEB = 50°, find ∠CBE ∠CDE ∠AOB. Prove that OB is parallel to EC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) AECB is a cyclic quadrilateral as all of its vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

From figure,

∠ABE = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle is 90°.)

We know that sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral = 180°.

⇒ ∠AEC + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ ∠AEC + ∠ABE + ∠CBE = 180°
⇒ 50° + 90° + ∠CBE = 180°
⇒ ∠CBE + 140° = 180°
⇒ ∠CBE = 180° - 140° = 40°.

Hence, the value of ∠CBE = 40°.

(ii) BEDC is a cyclic quadrilateral as all of its vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

We know that sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral = 180°.

⇒ ∠CBE + ∠CDE = 180°
⇒ 40° + ∠CDE = 180°
⇒ ∠CDE = 180° - 40° = 140°.

Hence, the value of ∠CDE = 140°.

(iii) Given,

AB = BC

∴ ∠AEB = ∠BEC = $\frac{1}{2}$∠AEC = $\frac{1}{2} \times 50° = 25°.$ (∵ equal chords subtend equal angle at circumference.)

In △OBE,

OB = OE = radius of the same circle

∴ ∠OBE = ∠OEB = 25°.

In triangle exterior angle is equal to the sum of opposite two interior angles.

∠AOB = ∠OBE + ∠OEB = 25° + 25° = 50°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 50°.

∠AOB = ∠OEC (∵ both are equal to 50°)

Since these angles are corresponding angles and are equal which is property of parallel lines.

Hence proved that OB || EC.

13(a)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (i) given below, ED and BC are two parallel chords of the circle and ABE, ACD are two st. lines. Prove that AED is an isosceles triangle.

In the figure (i) given below, ED and BC are two parallel chords of the circle and ABE, ACD are two st. lines. Prove that AED is an isosceles triangle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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BEDC is a cyclic quadrilateral as all of its vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∠ABC = ∠D ....(i)

From figure, as ED is parallel to BC, ∠ABC and ∠E are corresponding angles,

∴ ∠ABC = ∠E ....(ii)

From (i) and (ii)

∠D = ∠E

In △AED,

∠D = ∠E,

∴ AE = AD. (As sides opposite to equal angles are equal)

Hence, proved that △AED is an isosceles triangle.

13(b)Exercise 15.2

In the figure (ii) given below, SP is the bisector of ∠RPT and PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral. Prove that SQ = RS.

In the figure (ii) given below, SP is the bisector of ∠RPT and PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral. Prove that SQ = RS. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since, SP is the bisector of the angle ∠RPT.

So, ∠RPS = ∠SPT

From figure,

∠RPS = ∠RQS (As angle in same segment are equal)

Given, PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral.

∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∠QRS = ∠SPT

∴ ∠QRS = ∠RPS

or,

∠QRS = ∠RQS

In △QRS,

∠QRS = ∠RQS

∴ SQ = RS (As sides opposite to equal angles are equal.)

Hence, proved that SQ = RS.

14Exercise 15.2

In the adjoining figure, ABC is an isosceles triangle in which AB = AC and circle passing through B and C intersects sides AB and AC at points D and E. Prove that DE || BC.

In the adjoining figure, ABC is an isosceles triangle in which AB = AC and circle passing through B and C intersects sides AB and AC at points D and E. Prove that DE || BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, AB = AC

∴ ∠ABC = ∠ACB (As angles opposite to equal sides are equal)

As BCED is a cyclic quadrilateral,

∠ADE = ∠BCE (∵ exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the opposite interior angle.)

∴ ∠ADE = ∠ABC

Since these angles are equal and are corresponding this is the property of parallel lines,

∴ DE || BC.

Hence, proved that DE || BC.

15(a)Exercise 15.2

Prove that a cyclic parallelogram is a rectangle.

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Let ABCD be a cyclic parallelogram.

Prove that a cyclic parallelogram is a rectangle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In parallelogram opposite angles are equal.

∴ ∠A = ∠C and ∠B = ∠D.

Sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°

⇒ ∠A + ∠C = 180°
⇒ ∠A + ∠A = 180°
⇒ 2∠A = 180°
⇒ ∠A = 90°.

∴ ∠C = 90°.

Similarly,

⇒ ∠B + ∠D = 180°
⇒ ∠B + ∠B = 180°
⇒ 2∠B = 180°
⇒ ∠B = 90°.

∴ ∠D = 90°.

Hence, ∠A = ∠B = ∠C = ∠D = 90°.

In parallelogram opposite sides are equal i.e. AD = BC and AB = CD.

Hence, ABCD is a rectangle as opposite sides are equal and all the angles are equal to 90°.

15(b)Exercise 15.2

Prove that a cyclic rhombus is a square.

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Let ABCD be a cyclic rhombus.

Prove that a cyclic rhombus is a square. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In rhombus opposite angles are equal.

∴ ∠A = ∠C and ∠B = ∠D.

Sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°

⇒ ∠A + ∠C = 180°
⇒ ∠A + ∠A = 180°
⇒ 2∠A = 180°
⇒ ∠A = 90°.

∴ ∠C = 90°.

Similarly,

⇒ ∠B + ∠D = 180°
⇒ ∠B + ∠B = 180°
⇒ 2∠B = 180°
⇒ ∠B = 90°.

∴ ∠D = 90°.

Hence, ∠A = ∠B = ∠C = ∠D = 90°.

In rhombus all sides are equal i.e. AD = BC = AB = CD.

Hence, ABCD is a square as all sides are equal and all the angles are equal to 90°.

16Exercise 15.2

In the adjoining figure, chords AB and CD of the circle are produced to meet at O. Prove that triangles ODB and OAC are similar. Given that CD = 2 cm, DO = 6 cm and BO = 3 cm, calculate AB. Also find $\frac{\text{Area of quad. CABD}}{\text{Area of △OAC}}.$

In the adjoining figure, chords AB and CD of the circle are produced to meet at O. Prove that triangles ODB and OAC are similar. Given that CD = 2 cm, DO = 6 cm and BO = 3 cm, calculate AB. Also find (Area of quad. CABD)/(Area of △OAC). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △ODB and △OAC,

∠ODB = ∠C

∠O = ∠O (Common)

∴ △ODB ~ △OAC (AA axiom)

Since, in similar triangles the ratio of the corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{OD}{OA} = \frac{OB}{OC} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{OA} = \frac{3}{6 + 2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow OA = \frac{6 \times 8}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow OA = 16.\end{aligned}$$

AB = OA - OB = 16 - 3 = 13 cm.

Since, △ODB ~ △OAC

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △OAC}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} = \frac{OC^2}{OB^2} \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of △OAC}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} = \frac{8^2}{3^2} \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of △OAC}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} = \frac{64}{9} ...(i)\end{aligned}$$

Subtracting 1 from both sides we get,

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\text{Area of △OAC}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} - 1 = \frac{64}{9} - 1 \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of △OAC - Area of △ODB}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} = \frac{64 - 9}{9} \\[1em] \frac{\text{Area of quadrilateral CABD}}{\text{Area of △ODB}} = \frac{55}{9} ....(ii)\end{aligned}$$

Dividing (ii) by (i),

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\frac{\text{Area of quadrilateral CABD}}{\text{Area of △ODB}}}{\frac{\text{Area of △OAC}}{\text{Area of △ODB}}} = \frac{\frac{55}{9}}{\frac{64}{9}} \\[1em] \frac{\text{\text{Area of quadrilateral CABD}}}{\text{Area of △OAC}} = \frac{55}{64}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of AB = 13 cm and

$\frac{\text{\text{Area of quadrilateral CABD}}}{\text{Area of △OAC}} = \frac{55}{64}.$

1Exercise 15.3

Find the length of the tangent drawn to a circle of radius 3 cm, from a point distant 5 cm from the centre.

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Let tangent be drawn from point P.

In a circle with centre O and radius = 3 cm and P is at a distance of 5 cm.

Find the length of the tangent drawn to a circle of radius 3 cm, from a point distant 5 cm from the centre. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OT = 3 cm and OP = 5 cm

OT ⊥ PT

In right angle △OTP,

By pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OT^2 + PT^2 \\[1em] 5^2 = 3^2 + PT^2 \\[1em] 25 = 9 + PT^2 \\[1em] PT^2 = 25 - 9 \\[1em] PT^2 = 16 \\[1em] PT = \sqrt{16} \\[1em] PT = 4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of tangent = 4 cm.

2Exercise 15.3

A point P is at a distance 13 cm from the centre C of a circle, and PT is a tangent to the given circle. If PT = 12 cm, find the radius of the circle.

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The below diagram shows the circle and the tangent:

A point P is at a distance 13 cm from the centre C of a circle, and PT is a tangent to the given circle. If PT = 12 cm, find the radius of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given point P is 13 cm away from centre C, so CP = 13 cm.

PT = 12 cm

CT = radius of the circle.

Since the tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.

So, CT ⊥ PT

So, in right angled △CPT by pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow CP^2 = CT^2 + PT^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 13^2 = CT^2 + 12^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 169 = CT^2 + 144 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CT^2 = 169 - 144 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CT^2 = 25 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CT = \sqrt{25} \text{ cm} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CT = 5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, radius of circle = 5 cm.

3(a)Exercise 15.3

The tangent to a circle of radius 6 cm from an external point P, is of length 8 cm. Calculate the distance of P from the nearest point of the circle.

The tangent to a circle of radius 6 cm from an external point P, is of length 8 cm. Calculate the distance of P from the nearest point of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since the tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.

So, from figure,

AP ⊥ CP

So, in right angled △CAP by pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow CP^2 = CA^2 + AP^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CP^2 = 6^2 + 8^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CP^2 = 36 + 64 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CP^2 = 100 \\[1em] \Rightarrow CP = 10\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure, nearest point to P on the circle is D,

PD = CP - CD = 10 - 6 = 4 cm.

Hence, the distance of P from the nearest point of the circle is 4 cm.

3(b)Exercise 15.3

The figure shows a circle of radius 9 cm with O as the centre. The diameter AB produced meets the tangent PQ at P. If PA = 24 cm, find the length of tangent PQ.

The figure shows a circle of radius 9 cm with O as the centre. The diameter AB produced meets the tangent PQ at P. If PA = 24 cm, find the length of tangent PQ. ICSE 2024 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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Given,

Radius of circle (r) = OA = OB = 9 cm

From figure,

AB = OA + OB = 9 + 9 = 18 cm

PB = PA - AB = 24 - 18 = 6 cm

We know that,

If a secant segment and tangent segment are drawn to a circle from the same external point, the length of the tangent segment is the geometric mean between the length of the secant segment and the length of the external part of the secant segment.

⇒ PQ2 = PB × PA

⇒ PQ2 = 6 × 24

⇒ PQ2 = 144

⇒ PQ = $\sqrt{144}$ = 12 cm.

Hence, length of tangent PQ = 12 cm.

4Exercise 15.3

Two concentric circles are of radii 13 cm and 5 cm. Find the length of the chord of the outer circle which touches the inner circle.

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From figure,

Two concentric circles are of radii 13 cm and 5 cm. Find the length of the chord of the outer circle which touches the inner circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

AB is the chord of the outer circle which touches the inner circle at P.

OP is the radius of the inner circle and APB is the tangent to the inner circle.

In the right angled triangle OPB, by pythagoras theorem,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow OB^2 = OP^2 + PB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 13^2 = 5^2 + PB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 169 = 25 + PB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB^2 = 169 - 25 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB^2 = 144 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB = \sqrt{144} \text{ cm} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB = 12 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

As perpendicular line from centre bisects the chord of the circle so,

AP = PB = 12 cm.

AB = AP + PB = 12 + 12 = 24 cm.

Hence, the length of chord = 24 cm.

5Exercise 15.3

Two circles of radii 5 cm and 2.8 cm touch each other. Find the distance between their centres if they touch

(i) Externally

(ii) Internally

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(i) From figure,

Two circles of radii 5 cm and 2.8 cm touch each other. Find the distance between their centres if they touch Externally. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OC = OP + PC = 5 + 2.8 = 7.8 cm

Hence, the distance between centres of circle = 7.8 cm when circles touch externally.

(ii) From figure,

Two circles of radii 5 cm and 2.8 cm touch each other. Find the distance between their centres if they touch Internally. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OC = OP - CP = 5 - 2.8 = 2.2 cm.

Hence, the distance between centres of circle = 2.2 cm when circles touch internally.

6(a)Exercise 15.3

In figure (i) given below, triangle ABC is circumscribed, find x.

In figure (i) given below, triangle ABC is circumscribed, find x. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure, AP and AQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ AQ = AP = 4 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure, BP and BR are the tangents to the circle.

∴ BR = BP = 6 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure,

CQ = CA - AQ = 12 - 4 = 8 cm.

From figure, CQ and CR are the tangents to the circle.

∴ CR = CQ = 8 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure,

x = BR + CR = 6 + 8 = 14 cm.

Hence, the value of x = 14 cm.

6(b)Exercise 15.3

In figure (ii) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed, find x.

In figure (ii) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed, find x. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From A, AP and AQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ AP = AQ = 5 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From C, CR and CS are the tangents to the circle.

∴ CS = CR = 3 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure,

BS = BC - CS = 7 - 3 = 4 cm.

From B, BS and BP are the tangents to the circle.

∴ BP = BS = 4 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure,

x = BP + AP = 4 + 5 = 9 cm.

Hence, the value of x = 9 cm.

7(a)Exercise 15.3

In figure (i) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed ; find the perimeter of quadrilateral ABCD.

In figure (i) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed ; find the perimeter of quadrilateral ABCD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From A, AP and AS are the tangents to the circle.

∴ AS = AP = 6 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From B, BP and BQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ BQ = BP = 5 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From C, CQ and CR are the tangents to the circle.

∴ CR = CQ = 3 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From D, DS and DR are the tangents to the circle.

∴ DS = DR = 4 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

Therefore, perimeter of the quadrilateral ABCD

$$\begin{aligned}= AB + BC + CD + DA \\[1em] = AP + BP + BQ + CQ + CR + DR + DS + AS \\[1em] = 6 + 5 + 5 + 3 + 3 + 4 + 4 + 6 \\[1em] = 36 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the perimeter of ABCD = 36 cm.

7(b)Exercise 15.3

In Figure (ii) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed and AD ⊥ DC; find x if radius of incircle is 10 cm.

In figure (ii) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed and AD ⊥ DC; find x if radius of incircle is 10 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OR as shown in the figure below:

In figure (ii) given below, quadrilateral ABCD is circumscribed and AD ⊥ DC; find x if radius of incircle is 10 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

From figure,

OS = OR (As both are radius of circle.)

SD = OR (As OSDR form a square.)

∴ SD = OS.

From D, DS and DR are the tangents to the circle.

∴ DR = DS = 10 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From B, BP and BQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ BQ = BP = 27 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From figure,

CQ = BC - BQ = 38 - 27 = 11 cm.

Now from C, CQ and CR are the tangents to the circle

CR = CQ = 11 cm.

⇒ DC = x = DR + CR = 10 + 11 = 21 cm.

Hence, the length of x = 21 cm.

8(a)Exercise 15.3

In figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle and AB is a tangent at B. If AB = 15 cm and AC = 7.5 cm, find the radius of the circle.

In figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle and AB is a tangent at B. If AB = 15 cm and AC = 7.5 cm, find the radius of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since the tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.

So, from figure,

OB ⊥ AB

In right angled △OBA,

$$\begin{aligned}OB^2 + AB^2 = OA^2 \\[1em] r^2 + 15^2 = (r + 7.5)^2 \\[1em] r^2 + 225 = r^2 + 56.25 + 15r \\[1em] r^2 - r^2 + 225 - 56.25 = 15r \\[1em] 15r = 168.75 \\[1em] r = \frac{168.75}{15} \\[1em] r = 11.25 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, radius of the circle = 11.25 cm.

8(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, from an external point P, tangents PA and PB are drawn to a circle. CE is a tangent to the circle at D. If AP = 15 cm, find the perimeter of the triangle PEC.

In the figure (ii) given below, from an external point P, tangents PA and PB are drawn to a circle. CE is a tangent to the circle at D. If AP = 15 cm, find the perimeter of the triangle PEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From P, PA and PB are the tangents to the circle.

∴ PA = PB = 15 cm. (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From E, EA and ED are the tangents to the circle.

∴ EA = ED (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From C, BC and CD are the tangents to the circle.

∴ BC = CD (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

Now perimeter of triangle PEC,

$$\begin{aligned}= PE + EC + PC \\[1em] = PE + ED + CD + PC \\[1em] = PE + EA + CB + PC \\[1em] (\because \small{ED = EA, CB = CD}) \\[1em] = AP + PB \\[1em] = 15 + 15 \\[1em] = 30 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, perimeter of triangle PEC = 30 cm.

9(a)Exercise 15.3

If a, b, c are the sides of a right angled triangle where c is the hypotenuse, prove that the radius r of the circle which touches the sides of the triangle is given by r = $\frac{a + b - c}{2}$.

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Let the circle touch the sides BC, CA and AB of the right triangle ABC at points D, E and F respectively,

where BC = a, CA = b and AB = c (as shown in the given figure).

If a, b, c are the sides of a right angled triangle where c is the hypotenuse, prove that the radius r of the circle which touches the sides of the triangle is given by r = (a + b - c)/2. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

As the lengths of tangents drawn from an external point to a circle are equal

AE = AF, BD = BF and CD = CE

OD ⊥ BC and OE ⊥ CA (∵ tangents is ⊥ to radius)

ODCE is a square of side r

DC = CE = r

AF = AE = AC - EC = b - r and,

BF = BD = BC - DC = a - r

Now,

AB = AF + BF

⇒ c = (b - r) + (a - r)
⇒ c = b + a - 2r
⇒ 2r = a + b - c
⇒ r = $\frac{a + b - c}{2}$.

Hence, proved that r = $\frac{a + b - c}{2}$

9(b)Exercise 15.3

In the given figure, PB is a tangent to a circle with centre O at B. AB is a chord of length 24 cm at a distance of 5 cm from the centre. If the length of the tangent is 20 cm, find the length of OP.

In the given figure, PB is a tangent to a circle with centre O at B. AB is a chord of length 24 cm at a distance of 5 cm from the centre. If the length of the tangent is 20 cm, find the length of OP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OB as shown in figure below:

In the given figure, PB is a tangent to a circle with centre O at B. AB is a chord of length 24 cm at a distance of 5 cm from the centre. If the length of the tangent is 20 cm, find the length of OP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OM = 5 cm

OM ⊥ AB and M is mid-point of AB,

MB = $\frac{1}{2}AB = \frac{1}{2} \times 24 =$ 12 cm.

In right-angled triangle △OMB,

$$\begin{aligned}OB^2 = OM^2 + MB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OB^2 = 5^2 + 12^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OB^2 = 25 + 144 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OB^2 = 169 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OB = \sqrt{169} \text{ cm} \\[1em] OB = 13 \text{ cm.}\end{aligned}$$

As BP is tangent to circle at B, OB ⊥ BP.

In right-angled triangle △OBP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OB^2 + BP^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OP^2 = 13^2 + 20^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OP^2 = 169 + 400 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OP^2 = 569 \\[1em] \Rightarrow OP = \sqrt{569} \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of OP = $\sqrt{569}$ cm.

10Exercise 15.3

Three circles of radii 2 cm, 3 cm and 4 cm touch each other externally. Find the perimeter of the triangle obtained on joining the centres of these circles.

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Three circles with centres A, B and C touch each other externally and the radii of these circles are 2 cm, 3 cm and 4 cm respectively.

From figure,

Three circles of radii 2 cm, 3 cm and 4 cm touch each other externally. Find the perimeter of the triangle obtained on joining the centres of these circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

By joining the centres of circles, triangle ABC is formed in which,

AB = 2 + 3 = 5 cm

BC = 3 + 4 = 7 cm

CA = 4 + 2 = 6 cm.

Therefore, perimeter of the triangle ABC = AB + BC + CA = 5 + 7 + 6 = 18 cm.

Hence, the perimeter of triangle ABC = 18 cm.

11(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, the sides of the quadrilateral touch the circle. Prove that AB + CD = BC + DA.

In the figure (i) given below, the sides of the quadrilateral touch the circle. Prove that AB + CD = BC + DA. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Let p, Q, R, S be the points where the circle touches the sides of the quadrilateral as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (i) given below, the sides of the quadrilateral touch the circle. Prove that AB + CD = BC + DA. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

From A, AP and AS are the tangents to the circle.

∴ AP = AS ...(i) (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From B, BP and BQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ PB = BQ ....(ii) (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From C, CR and CQ are the tangents to the circle.

∴ CR = CQ ....(iii) (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

From D, DR and DS are the tangents to the circle.

∴ DR = DS ....(iv) (∵ if two tangents are drawn to a circle from an external point then the tangents have equal lengths.)

Adding L.H.S. and R.H.S. of equations (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) we get,

⇒ AP + PB + CR + DR = AS + BQ + CQ + DS
⇒ AB + CD = BC + DA

Hence, proved that AB + CD = BC + DA.

11(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is a triangle with AB = 10 cm, BC = 8 cm and AC = 6 cm (not drawn to scale). Three circles are drawn touching each other with vertices A, B and C as their centres. Find the radii of the three circles.

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is a triangle with AB = 10 cm, BC = 8 cm and AC = 6 cm (not drawn to scale). Three circles are drawn touching each other with vertices A, B and C as their centres. Find the radii of the three circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, AB = 10 cm, BC = 8 cm, AC = 6 cm

Let the radius of the circles with centre A, B and C be x cm, y cm and z cm.

From figure,

AB = 10 cm.

⇒ x + y = 10 cm ....(i)

BC = 8 cm.

⇒ y + z = 8 cm ....(ii)

AC = 6 cm.

⇒ x + z = 6 cm .....(iii)

Adding eqn. (i), (ii) and (iii) we get,

⇒ x + y + y + z + x + z = (10 + 8 + 6) cm
⇒ 2x + 2y + 2z = 24 cm
⇒ 2(x + y + z) = 24 cm
⇒ x + y + z = 12 cm .....(iv)

Now, (iv) - (i) we get,

⇒ x + y + z - (x + y) = (12 - 10) cm
⇒ x + y + z - x - y = 2 cm
⇒ z = 2 cm.

Also, by (iv) - (ii) we get,

⇒ x + y + z - (y + z) = (12 - 8) cm
⇒ x + y + z - y - z = 4 cm
⇒ x = 4 cm

Also, by (iv) - (iii) we get,

⇒ x + y + z - (x + z) = (12 - 6) cm
⇒ x + y + z - x - z = 6 cm
⇒ y = 6 cm.

Hence, the radius of the circle with centre A, B and C are 4 cm, 6 cm and 2 cm.

12(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, PQ = 24 cm, QR = 7 cm and ∠PQR = 90°. Find the radius of the inscribed circle of △PQR.

In the figure (i) given below, PQ = 24 cm, QR = 7 cm and ∠PQR = 90°. Find the radius of the inscribed circle of △PQR. Find the radii of the three circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Let the sides of triangle PQ, QR and PR meet the circle at L, M and N respectively.

In the figure (i) given below, PQ = 24 cm, QR = 7 cm and ∠PQR = 90°. Find the radius of the inscribed circle of △PQR. Find the radii of the three circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In right-angled triangle PQR

$$\begin{aligned}PR^2 = PQ^2 + QR^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 24^2 + 7^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 576 + 49 \\[1em] PR^2 = 625 \\[1em] PR= \sqrt{625} \\[1em] PR = 25 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

RM = RN = (∵ tangents drawn from a common external point to a circle are equal.)

RM = RQ - QM = (7 - x) cm.

PL = PN = (∵ tangents drawn from a common external point to a circle are equal.)

PL = PQ - QL = (24 - x) cm.

We can see,

PR = PN + RN = PL + RM.

⇒ 25 = 24 - x + 7 - x
⇒ 25 = 31 - 2x
⇒ 2x = 31 - 25
⇒ 2x = 6
⇒ x = 3.

Hence, the radius of the inscribed circle is 3 cm.

12(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, two concentric circles with centre O are of radii 5 cm and 3 cm. From an external point P, tangents PA and PB are drawn to these circles. If AP = 12 cm, find BP.

In the figure (ii) given below, two concentric circles with centre O are of radii 5 cm and 3 cm. From an external point P, tangents PA and PB are drawn to these circles. If AP = 12 cm, find BP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OA and OB.

In the figure (ii) given below, two concentric circles with centre O are of radii 5 cm and 3 cm. From an external point P, tangents PA and PB are drawn to these circles. If AP = 12 cm, find BP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OA ⊥ AP. (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

So, in right angled triangle OAP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OA^2 + AP^2 \\[1em] OP^2 = 5^2 + 12^2 \\[1em] OP^2 = 25 + 144 \\[1em] OP^2 = 169 \\[1em] OP = \sqrt{169} \\[1em] OP = 13 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

OB ⊥ BP. (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

So, in right angled triangle OBP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = BP^2 + OB^2 \\[1em] 13^2 = BP^2 + 3^2 \\[1em] 169 = 9 + BP^2 \\[1em] BP^2 = 160 \\[1em] BP = \sqrt{160} \\[1em] BP = 4\sqrt{10} \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of BP = $4\sqrt{10}$ cm.

13(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, AB = 8 cm and M is mid-point of AB. Semicircles are drawn on AB, AM and MB as diameters. A circle with centre C touches all three semicircles as shown, find its radius.

In the figure (i) given below, AB = 8 cm and M is mid-point of AB. Semicircles are drawn on AB, AM and MB as diameters. A circle with centre C touches all three semicircles as shown, find its radius. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Let x be the radius of the circle with centre C.

Since M is the mid-point of AB hence, AM = MB = 4 cm.

Two semicircles are thus drawn on AB with diameters as AM and MB.

Since radius = $\frac{\text{diameter}}{2}$.

Hence, radius of both the semicircles with diameters AM and MB = 2 cm.

From figure,

In the figure (i) given below, AB = 8 cm and M is mid-point of AB. Semicircles are drawn on AB, AM and MB as diameters. A circle with centre C touches all three semicircles as shown, find its radius. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

CM = MP - PC = (4 - x) cm.

In right angled triangle CMD,

$$\begin{aligned}CD^2 = CM^2 + DM^2 \\[1em] (x + 2)^2 = (4 - x)^2 + 2^2 \\[1em] x^2 + 4 + 4x = 16 + x^2 - 8x + 4 \\[1em] x^2 - x^2 + 4x + 8x + 4 - 16 - 4 = 0 \\[1em] 12x - 16 = 0 \\[1em] 12x = 16 \\[1em] x = \frac{16}{12} \\[1em] x = \frac{4}{3} = 1\frac{1}{3} \text{ cm.}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the radius of small circle = $1\frac{1}{3}$ cm.

13(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, equal circles with centres O and O' touch each other at X. OO' is produced to meet a circle O' at A. AC is tangent to the circle whose centre is O. O'D is perpendicular to AC. Find the value of

(i) $\frac{\text{AO}'}{\text{AO}}$

(ii) $\frac{\text{area of △ADO}'}{\text{area of △ACO}}.$

In the figure (ii) given below, equal circles with centres O and O' touch each other at X. OO' is produced to meet a circle O' at A. AC is tangent to the circle whose centre is O. O'D is perpendicular to AC. Find the value of (i) AO'/AO (ii) area of △ADO'/ area of △ACO. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

OC is radius and AC is tangent, then OC ⊥ AC.

Let radius of each equal circle = r.

(i) From figure,

AO = AO' + O'X + XO and AO' = O'X = XO = r (radius of circle)

AO = r + r + r = 3r.

$\therefore \frac{\text{AO}'}{\text{AO}} = \frac{r}{3r} = \frac{1}{3}.$

Hence, the value of $\frac{AO'}{AO} = \frac{1}{3}$.

(ii) Considering △ADO' and △ACO

∠A = ∠A (Common angles)

∠D = ∠C (Both are equal to 90°)

∴ By AA axiom △ADO' ~ △ACO.

Since triangles are similar hence the ratio of their areas is equal to the ratio of the square of the corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{\text{Area of △ADO}'}{\text{Area of △ACO}} = \frac{\text{AO}'^2}{\text{AO}^2} \\[1em] = \frac{r^2}{(3r)^2} \\[1em] = \frac{r^2}{9r^2} \\[1em] = \frac{1}{9}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the value of $\frac{\text{Area of △ADO'}}{\text{Area of △ACO}} = \frac{1}{9}.$

14Exercise 15.3

The length of the direct common tangent to two circles of radii 12 cm and 4 cm is 15 cm. Calculate the distance between their centres.

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Let there be two circles with center A and B and radius 12 and 4 cm respectively.

From figure,

The length of the direct common tangent to two circles of radii 12 cm and 4 cm is 15 cm. Calculate the distance between their centres. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

TT' is the common tangent.

DT = BT' = 4 cm.

DB = TT' = 15 cm.

In right angled triangle ADB

AD = AT - DT = 12 - 4 = 8 cm

$$\begin{aligned}AB^2 = AD^2 + DB^2 \\[1em] AB^2 = 8^2 + 15^2 \\[1em] AB^2 = 64 + 225 \\[1em] AB^2 = 289 \\[1em] AB = \sqrt{289} \\[1em] AB = 17 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the distance between two centres = 17 cm.

15Exercise 15.3

Calculate the length of a direct common tangent to two circles of radii 3 cm and 8 cm with their centres 13 cm apart.

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Let there be two circles with centre A and B with radius 8 cm and 3 cm respectively.

Let TT' be the length of common tangent.

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Calculate the length of a direct common tangent to two circles of radii 3 cm and 8 cm with their centres 13 cm apart. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

DT = BT' = 3cm.

AD = AT - DT = 8 - 3 = 5 cm.

In right angled triangle ADB

$$\begin{aligned}AB^2 = AD^2 + DB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 13^2 = 5^2 + DB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow DB^2 = 13^2 - 5^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow DB^2 = 169 - 25 \\[1em] \Rightarrow DB^2 = 144 \\[1em] \Rightarrow DB = \sqrt{144} \\[1em] \Rightarrow DB = 12 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Since, TDBT' is a rectangle,

So, TT' = DB = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of direct common tangent is 12 cm.

16Exercise 15.3

In the given figure, AC is a transverse common tangent to two circles with centres P and Q and of radii 6 cm and 3 cm respectively. Given that AB = 8 cm, calculate PQ.

In the given figure, AC is a transverse common tangent to two circles with centres P and Q and of radii 6 cm and 3 cm respectively. Given that AB = 8 cm, calculate PQ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join AP and CQ.

In the given figure, AC is a transverse common tangent to two circles with centres P and Q and of radii 6 cm and 3 cm respectively. Given that AB = 8 cm, calculate PQ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

AB ⊥ AP (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

In right angled triangle PAB.

$$\begin{aligned}PB^2 = PA^2 + AB^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB^2 = 6^2 + 8^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB^2 = 36 + 64 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB^2 = 100 \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB = \sqrt{100} \\[1em] \Rightarrow PB = 10 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Considering △PAB and △BCQ,

∠A = ∠C (Each are equal to 90°)

∠ABP = ∠CBQ (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

△PAB ~ △BCQ by AA axiom.

Since triangles are similar hence, the ratio of their corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AP}{CQ} = \frac{PB}{BQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{3} = \frac{10}{BQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 2 = \frac{10}{BQ} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BQ = \frac{10}{2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow BQ = 5 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

PQ = PB + BQ = 10 + 5 = 15 cm.

Hence, the length of PQ = 15 cm.

17Exercise 15.3

Two circles with centres A, B are of radii 6 cm and 3 cm respectively. If AB = 15 cm, find the length of a transverse common tangent to these circles.

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The two circles with centres A, B are of radii 6 cm and 3 cm and AB = 15 cm are shown in the figure below:

Two circles with centres A, B are of radii 6 cm and 3 cm respectively. If AB = 15 cm, find the length of a transverse common tangent to these circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given, AB = 15 cm.

Let AP = x, then PB = 15 - x

Considering △ATP and △SBP,

∠T = ∠S (Each are equal to 90°)

∠APT = ∠BPS (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

△ATP ~ △SBP by AA axiom.

Since triangles are similar hence, the ratio of their corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{AT}{BS} = \frac{AP}{PB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{6}{3} = \frac{x}{15 - x} \\[1em] \Rightarrow 3x = 6(15 - x) \\[1em] \Rightarrow 3x = 90 - 6x \\[1em] \Rightarrow 3x + 6x = 90 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 9x = 90 \\[1em] \Rightarrow x = 10.\end{aligned}$$

∴ AP = 10 cm,

From figure,

PB = AB - AP = 15 - 10 = 5 cm.

Now in right-angled triangle ATP,

$$\begin{aligned}AP^2 = AT^2 + TP^2 \\[1em] 10^2 = 6^2 + TP^2 \\[1em] TP^2 = 100 - 36 \\[1em] TP^2 = 64 \\[1em] TP = \sqrt{64} \\[1em] TP = 8 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Similarly in right angled triangle PSB,

$$\begin{aligned}PB^2 = BS^2 + PS^2 \\[1em] 5^2 = 3^2 + PS^2 \\[1em] PS^2 = 25 - 9 \\[1em] PS^2 = 16 \\[1em] PS = \sqrt{16} \\[1em] PS = 4 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, TS = TP + PS = 8 + 4 = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of a transverse common tangent to these circles are 12 cm.

18(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, PA and PB are tangents at the points A and B respectively of a circle with centre O. Q and R are points on the circle If ∠APB = 70°, find

(i) ∠AOB

(ii) ∠AQB

(iii) ∠ARB

In the figure (i) given below, PA and PB are tangents at the points A and B respectively of a circle with centre O. Q and R are points on the circle If ∠APB = 70°, find (i) ∠AOB (ii) ∠AQB (iii) ∠ARB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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AP and BP are tangents to the circle and OA and OB are radius of the circle.

∴ OA ⊥ AP and OB ⊥ BP.

∴ ∠OAP = ∠OBP = 90°

Sum of angles of a quadrilateral = 360°.

Hence, in quadrilateral OAPB,

⇒ ∠APB + ∠OAP + ∠OBP + ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ 70° + 90° + 90° + ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ 250° + ∠AOB = 360°
⇒ ∠AOB = 360° - 250°
⇒ ∠AOB = 110°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 110°.

(ii) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at centre and ∠AQB at remaining part of circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠AQB (As angle at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

⇒ 2∠AQB = 110°
⇒ ∠AQB = $\frac{110°}{2}$ = 55°.

Hence, the value of ∠AQB = 55°.

(iii) Reflex ∠AOB = 360° - ∠AOB = 360° - 110° = 250°.

Arc AB subtends Reflex ∠AOB at centre and ∠ARB at remaining part of circle.

∴ Reflex ∠AOB = 2∠ARB (As angle at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

⇒ 2∠ARB = 250°
⇒ ∠ARB = $\frac{250°}{2}$ = 125°.

Hence, the value of ∠ARB = 125°.

18(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles touch internally at P from an external point Q on the common tangent at P, two tangents QA and QB are drawn to the two circles. Prove that QA = QB.

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles touch internally at P from an external point Q on the common tangent at P, two tangents QA and QB are drawn to the two circles. Prove that QA = QB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

QA and QP are the tangents to the outer circle.

∴ QA = QP .....(i) (∵ the length of the different tangents to a circle from a single point are equal.)

Similarly, from Q, QB and QP are the tangents to the inner circle.

∴ QB = QP .....(ii) (∵ the length of the different tangents to a circle from a single point are equal.)

From (i) and (ii),

QA = QB.

Hence, proved that QA = QB.

19Exercise 15.3

In the given figure, AD is a diameter of a circle with centre O and AB is tangent at A. C is a point on the circle such that DC produced intersects the tangent at B. If ∠ABC = 50°, find ∠AOC.

In the given figure, AD is a diameter of a circle with centre O and AB is tangent at A. C is a point on the circle such that DC produced intersects the tangent at B. If ∠ABC = 50°, find ∠AOC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the figure,

AB ⊥ AD. (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

From figure,

∠ABD = ∠ABC = 50°

In △ABD,

    ∠ABD + ∠BDA + ∠DAB = 180°
⇒ 50° + ∠BDA + 90° = 180°
⇒ ∠BDA + 140° = 180°
⇒ ∠BDA = 180° - 140°
⇒ ∠BDA = 40°.

From figure,

∠ADC = ∠BDA = 40°.

Arc AC subtends ∠AOC at the centre and ∠ADC on point D.

∴ ∠AOC = 2∠ADC (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

∠AOC = 2 × 40° = 80°.

Hence, value of ∠AOC = 80°.

20Exercise 15.3

In the given figure, tangents PQ and PR are drawn from an external point P to a circle such that ∠RPQ = 30°. A chord RS is drawn parallel to the tangent PQ. Find ∠RQS.

In the given figure, tangents PQ and PR are drawn from an external point P to a circle such that ∠RPQ = 30°. A chord RS is drawn parallel to the tangent PQ. Find ∠RQS. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

RS || PQ,

∠TRS = ∠RPQ = 30° (∵ Corresponding angles are equal)

∠RQS = ∠TRS = 30° (∵ Angles in alternate segments are equal.)

Hence, value of ∠RQS = 30°.

21(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, PQ is a tangent to the circle at A, DB is a diameter, ∠ADB = 30° and ∠CBD = 60°, calculate

(i) ∠QAB

(ii) ∠PAD

(iii) ∠CDB.

In the figure (i) given below, PQ is a tangent to the circle at A, DB is a diameter, ∠ADB = 30° and ∠CBD = 60°, calculate (i) ∠QAB (ii) ∠PAD (iii) ∠CDB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ∠QAB = ∠BDA (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

∴ ∠QAB = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠QAB = 30°.

(ii) In △ADB,

∠DAB = 90° (∵ angle in semi-circle is 90°.)

Since, sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠ABD + ∠ADB + ∠DAB = 180°
⇒ ∠ABD + 30° + 90° = 180°
⇒ ∠ABD + 120° = 180°
⇒ ∠ABD = 60°.

From figure,

∠PAD = ∠ABD = 60° (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal)

Hence, the value of ∠PAD = 60°.

(iii) In △BCD,

∠BCD = 90° (As angle in semi-circle is 90°.)

∠CBD = 60°

Since, sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠BCD + ∠CBD + ∠CDB = 180°
⇒ 90° + 60° + ∠CDB = 180°
⇒ ∠CDB + 150° = 180°
⇒ ∠CDB = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠CDB = 30°.

21(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. The tangent to the circle at B meets DC produced at F. If ∠EAB = 85° and ∠BFC = 50°, find ∠CAB.

In the figure (ii) given below, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. The tangent to the circle at B meets DC produced at F. If ∠EAB = 85° and ∠BFC = 50°, find ∠CAB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

In cyclic quadrilateral, the exterior angle = opposite interior angle.

∴ ∠BCD = ∠EAB = 85°

From figure,

⇒ ∠BCD + ∠BCF = 180° (∵ both are linear pair)
⇒ ∠BCF + 85° = 180°
⇒ ∠BCF = 95°.

Now in △BCF,

Since, sum of angles in a triangle is 180°.

⇒ ∠BCF + ∠BFC + ∠CBF = 180°
⇒ 95° + 50° + ∠CBF = 180°
⇒ ∠CBF + 145° = 180°
⇒ ∠CBF = 35°.

We know, BF is a tangent and BC is a chord.

∴ ∠CAB = ∠CBF = 35° (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

⇒ ∠CAB = 35°.

Hence, the value of ∠CAB = 35°.

22(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle and SP is a tangent. If ∠SRT = 65°, find the values of x, y and z.

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle and SP is a tangent. If ∠SRT = 65°, find the values of x, y and z. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △SRT,

SR ⊥ ST (∵ tangent is perpendicular to radius from that point.)

so, ∠TSR = 90°

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

⇒ ∠TSR + ∠SRT + ∠STR = 180°
⇒ 90° + 65° + x = 180°
⇒ x + 155° = 180°
⇒ x = 25°.

SQ subtends ∠SOQ at the centre and ∠STQ on point D.

∴ ∠SOQ = 2∠STQ (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

y = 2x = 2 × 25° = 50°.

In △OSP,

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180

⇒ ∠OSP + ∠SOP + ∠SPO = 180°
⇒ 90° + y + z = 180°
⇒ 90° + 50° + z = 180°
⇒ z + 140° = 180°
⇒ z = 180° - 140° = 40°.

Hence, the value of x = 25°, y = 50° and z = 40°.

22(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of the circle, PQ and PR are tangents and ∠QPR = 70°. Calculate :

(i) ∠QOR

(ii) ∠QSR

In the given figure, O is the centre of the circle. PQ and PR are tangents and ∠QPR = 70°. Calculate. Tangent Properties of Circles, RSA Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the given figure, O is the centre of the circle. PQ and PR are tangents and ∠QPR = 70°. Tangent Properties of Circles, RSA Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) We know that,

The tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through this point are perpendicular to each other.

In quadrilateral ORPQ,

∠OQP = ∠ORP = 90° [∵ The tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through this point are perpendicular to each other]

∠QPR = 70° [Given]

⇒ ∠OQP + ∠ORP + ∠QPR + ∠QOR = 360° [By angle sum property of quadrilateral]

⇒ 90° + 90° + 70° + ∠QOR = 360°

⇒ 250° + ∠QOR = 360°

⇒ ∠QOR = 110°.

Hence, ∠QOR = 110°.

(ii) Let M be a point on circumference of circle.

We know that,

The angle subtended by an arc at the centre is twice the angle subtended at the circumference.

⇒ ∠QMR = $\frac{1}{2}$ ∠QOR

= $\frac{110°}{2}$

= 55°.

Sum of opposite angles in cyclic quadrilateral is 180°.

⇒ ∠QSR + ∠QMR = 180°.

⇒ ∠QSR = 180° - 55°

⇒ ∠QSR = 125°.

Hence, ∠QSR = 125°.

23Exercise 15.3

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. Tangents to the circle at A and B meet at C. If ∠ACO = 30°, find

(i) ∠BCO

(ii) ∠AOB

(iii) ∠APB

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. Tangents to the circle at A and B meet at C. If ∠ACO = 30°, find (i) ∠BCO (ii) ∠AOB (iii) ∠APB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ∠BCO = ∠ACO = 30° (∵ C is the intersecting point of tangent AC and BC. So, OC divides ∠ACB in two halves.)

Hence, the value of ∠BCO = 30°.

(ii) We know that the tangent at any point of a circle and the radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.

∴ ∠OAC = ∠OBC = 90°.

∴ ∠AOC = ∠BOC (∵ tangents are equally inclined to the line joining the point and the centre of the circle.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180.

In AOC

⇒ ∠AOC + ∠OAC + ∠ACO = 180°
⇒ ∠AOC + 90° + 30° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOC + 120° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOC = 180° - 120° = 60°.

∴ ∠BOC = 60°.

From figure,

∠AOB = ∠AOC + ∠BOC = 60° + 60° = 120°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 120°.

(iii) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠APB at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠APB (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining point of the circle.)

∠APB = $\frac{1}{2}$ x ∠AOB = $\frac{1}{2}$ x 120° = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠APB = 60°.

24(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle. The tangents at B and D meet at P. If AB is parallel to CD and ∠ABC = 55°, find

(i) ∠BOD

(ii) ∠BPD.

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle. The tangents at B and D meet at P. If AB is parallel to CD and ∠ABC = 55°, find (i) ∠BOD (ii) ∠BPD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

∠BCD = ∠ABC (∵ alternate angles are equal)

∠BCD = 55°.

Arc BD subtends ∠BOD at the centre and ∠BCD at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠BOD = 2∠BCD (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining point of circle.)

∠BOD = 2 × 55° = 110°.

Hence, the value of ∠BOD = 110°

(ii) OB and OD are radius and, BP and DP are tangents to the circle.

∴ OB ⊥ BP and OD ⊥ DP.

In quadrilateral OBPD, sum of angles = 360°

∠BOD + ∠ODP + ∠OBP + ∠BPD = 360°
110° + 90° + 90° + ∠BPD = 360°
290° + ∠BPD = 360°
∠BPD = 360° - 290°
∠BPD = 70°.

Hence, the value of ∠BPD = 70°.

24(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of the circle. AB is a diameter, TPT' is a tangent to the circle at P. If ∠BPT' = 30°, calculate

(i) ∠APT

(ii) ∠BOP

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of the circle. AB is a diameter, TPT' is a tangent to the circle at P. If ∠BPT' = 30°, calculate (i) ∠APT (ii) ∠BOP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠APB = 90° (∵ angles in semicircle is equal to 90)

From figure,

∠APT + ∠APT' = 180° (∵ they form linear pair)

⇒ ∠APT + ∠APB + ∠BPT' = 180°
⇒ ∠APT + 90° + 30° = 180°
⇒ ∠APT + 120° = 180°
⇒ ∠APT = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠APT = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠APT = 60°.

(ii) From figure,

BAP = BPT' = 30. (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

Arc BP subtends ∠BOP at the centre and ∠BAP at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠BOP = 2∠BAP (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

∠BOP = 2 × 30° = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠BOP = 60°.

25Exercise 15.3

In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. The line PQ is the tangent to the circle at A. If ∠CAQ : ∠CAP = 1 : 2, AB bisects ∠CAQ and AD bisects ∠CAP, then find the measures of the angles of the cyclic quadrilateral. Also prove that BD is a diameter of the circle.

In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. The line PQ is the tangent to the circle at A. If ∠CAQ : ∠CAP = 1 : 2, AB bisects ∠CAQ and AD bisects ∠CAP, then find the measures of the angles of the cyclic quadrilateral. Also prove that BD is a diameter of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

AB and AD are bisectors of ∠CAQ and ∠CAP respectively.

Let AB bisects ∠CAQ in two halves of each value x.

∴ ∠CAB = x and ∠BAQ = x.

Let AD bisects ∠CAP in two halves of each value y.

∴ ∠CAD = y and ∠DAP = y.

Since, ∠CAQ and ∠CAP are linear pair so,

⇒ ∠CAQ + ∠CAP = 180°
⇒ ∠CAB + ∠BAQ + ∠CAD + ∠DAP = 180°
⇒ x + x + y + y = 180°
⇒ 2x + 2y = 180°
⇒ x + y = $\frac{180°}{2}$
⇒ x + y = 90°.

∴ ∠CAB + ∠CAD = 90° ⇒ ∠BAD = 90°.

Since angle in semicircle is equal to 90°.

Hence, proved BD is the diameter of the circle.

Given, ∠CAQ : ∠CAP = 1 : 2.

Let ∠CAQ = k so ∠CAP = 2k.

Since ∠CAQ and ∠CAP are linear pair so,

⇒ ∠CAQ + ∠CAP = 180°
⇒ k + 2k = 180°
⇒ 3k = 180°
⇒ k = 60°.

∠CAQ = 60° and ∠CAP = 2 × 60° = 120°.

From figure,

∠ADC = ∠CAQ = 60° (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal)

∠ABC = ∠CAP = 120° (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal)

Since sum of opposite angles in cyclic quadrilateral is 180°.

⇒ ∠D + ∠B = 180°
⇒ 60° + ∠B = 180°
⇒ ∠B = 180° - 60°
⇒ ∠B = 120°.

Similarly,

⇒ ∠A + ∠C = 180°
⇒ 90° + ∠C = 180°
⇒ ∠C = 180° - 90°
⇒ ∠C = 90°.

Hence, the angles of cyclic quadrilateral are ∠A = 90°, ∠B = 120°, ∠C = 90° and ∠D = 60°.

26Exercise 15.3

In a triangle ABC, the incircle (centre O) touches BC, CA and AB at P, Q and R respectively. Calculate :

(i) ∠QOR

(ii) ∠QPR, given that ∠A = 60°.

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(i) From figure,

In a triangle ABC, the incircle (centre O) touches BC, CA and AB at P, Q and R respectively. Calculate (i) ∠QOR (ii) ∠QPR, given that ∠A = 60°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OQ ⊥ AC and OR ⊥ AB (∵ OQ and OR are the radii and AC and AB are tangents.)

Now in quadrilateral AROQ,

∠A = 60°, ∠ORA = 90° and ∠OQA = 90°.

∠A + ∠ORA + ∠OQA + ∠QOR = 360°
60° + 90° + 90° + ∠QOR = 360°
240° + ∠QOR = 360°
∠QOR = 360° - 240°
∠QOR = 120°.

Hence, the value of ∠QOR = 120°.

(ii) Arc QR subtends ∠QOR at the centre and ∠QPR at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠QOR = 2∠QPR (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle)

120° = 2∠QPR
∠QPR = $\frac{120°}{2}$ = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠QPR = 60°.

27(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter. The tangent at C meets AB produced at Q, ∠CAB = 34°. Find :

(i) ∠CBA

(ii) ∠CQA

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a diameter. The tangent at C meets AB produced at Q, ∠CAB = 34°. Find (i) ∠CBA (ii) ∠CQA. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ACB = 90 (∵ angles in semicircle is equal to 90.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠CAB + ∠ACB + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ 34° + 90° + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ 124° + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ ∠CBA = 180° - 124°
⇒ ∠CBA = 56°.

Hence, the value of ∠CBA = 56°.

(ii) From figure,

∠BCQ = ∠CAB = 34°. (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

∠ACQ = ∠ACB + ∠BCQ = 90° + 34° = 124°.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ACQ,

⇒ ∠CAQ + ∠ACQ + ∠CQA = 180°
⇒ 34° + 124° + ∠CQA = 180°
⇒ 158° + ∠CQA = 180°
⇒ ∠CQA = 180° - 158°
⇒ ∠CQA = 22°.

Hence, the value of ∠CQA = 22°.

27(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, AP and BP are tangents to the circle with centre O. Given ∠APB = 60°, calculate :

(i) ∠AOB

(ii) ∠OAB

(iii) ∠ACB

In the figure (ii) given below, AP and BP are tangents to the circle with centre O. Given ∠APB = 60°, calculate (i) ∠AOB (ii) ∠OAB (iii) ∠ACB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

OA ⊥ AP and OB ⊥ BP (∵ OA and OB are the radii and AP and BP are tangents.)

Now in quadrilateral AOBP,

∠P = 60°, ∠OAP = 90° and ∠OBP = 90°.

∠P + ∠OAP + ∠OBP + ∠AOB = 360°
60° + 90° + 90° + ∠AOB = 360°
240° + ∠AOB = 360°
∠AOB = 360° - 240°
∠AOB = 120°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 120°.

(ii) Join AB as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, AP and BP are tangents to the circle with centre O. Given ∠APB = 60°, calculate (i) ∠AOB (ii) ∠OAB (iii) ∠ACB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Considering △OAB,

The triangle is isosceles as OA = OB = radii of the circle so, ∠OAB = ∠OBA = x.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180.

In △OAB,

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠OAB + ∠OBA = 180°
⇒ 120° + x + x = 180°
⇒ 120° + 2x = 180°
⇒ 2x = 180° - 120°
⇒ 2x = 60°
⇒ x = 30°

Hence, the value of ∠OAB = 30°.

(iii) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠ACB at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle)

120° = 2∠ACB
∠ACB = $\frac{120°}{2}$ = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠ACB = 60°.

28(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circumcircle of triangle XYZ. Tangents at X and Y intersect at T. Given ∠XTY = 80° and ∠XOZ = 140°, calculate the value of ∠ZXY.

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circumcircle of triangle XYZ. Tangents at X and Y intersect at T. Given ∠XTY = 80° and ∠XOZ = 140°, calculate the value of ∠ZXY. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

XT = YT (∵ tangents from an external point to a circle are of equal length.)

So, △XTY is an isosceles triangle with

∠YXT = ∠XYT = a.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △XTY,

⇒ ∠YXT + ∠XYT + ∠XTY = 180°
⇒ a + a + 80° = 180°
⇒ 2a + 80° = 180°
⇒ 2a = 180° - 80°
⇒ 2a = 100°
⇒ a = 50°.

From figure,

OX = OZ = radius of the circle

So, △OXZ is an isosceles triangle with

∠OXZ = ∠OZX = b.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OXZ,

⇒ ∠OXZ + ∠OZX + ∠XOZ = 180°
⇒ b + b + 140° = 180°
⇒ 2b + 140° = 180°
⇒ 2b = 180° - 140°
⇒ 2b = 40°
⇒ b = 20°.

From figure,

OX ⊥ XT (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠OXT = 90°

∠OXY + ∠YXT = 90°
∠OXY + 50° = 90°
∠OXY = 90° - 50°
∠OXY = 40°.

From figure,

∠ZXY = ∠OXZ + ∠OXY = 20° + 40° = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠ZXY = 60°.

28(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle and PT is the tangent to the circle at P. Given ∠QPT = 30°, calculate

(i) ∠PRQ

(ii) ∠POQ.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the center of the circle and PT is the tangent to the circle at P. Given ∠QPT = 30°, calculate (i) ∠PRQ (ii) ∠POQ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

OP ⊥ PT (∵ tangent at a point and radius through the point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠OPT = 90°.

Given, ∠QPT = 30°.

From figure,

∠OPT = 90°
∠OPQ + ∠QPT = 90°
∠OPQ + 30° = 90°
∠OPQ = 90° - 30° = 60°.

In △OPQ,

OP = OQ (∵ both are equal to radius of the circle.)

So, the triangle is isosceles. So,

∠OQP = OPQ = 60°.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OPQ,

⇒ ∠OQP + ∠OPQ + ∠POQ = 180°
⇒ 60 + 60 + ∠POQ = 180°
⇒ 120 + ∠POQ = 180°
⇒ ∠POQ = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠POQ = 60°

Reflex ∠POQ = 360° - ∠POQ = 360° - 60° = 300°.

Arc PQ subtends Reflex ∠POQ at the centre and ∠PRQ at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ Reflex ∠POQ = 2∠PRQ (∵ angle subtended at centre by an arc is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle)

300° = 2° × ∠PRQ
∠PRQ = $\frac{300°}{2}$ = 150°.

(i) Hence, the value of ∠PRQ = 150°.

(ii) Hence, the value of ∠POQ = 60°.

29Exercise 15.3

Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect internally at a point P. If

(i) AP = 6 cm, PB = 4 cm and PD = 3 cm, find PC.

(ii) AB = 12 cm, AP = 2 cm, PC = 5 cm, find PD.

(iii) AP = 5 cm, PB = 6 cm and CD = 13 cm, find CP.

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Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect internally at a point P. If (i) AP = 6 cm, PB = 4 cm and PD = 3 cm, find PC. (ii) AB = 12 cm, AP = 2 cm, PC = 5 cm, find PD. (iii) AP = 5 cm, PB = 6 cm and CD = 13 cm, find CP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given, chords AB and CD of a circle intersect internally at a point P. So,

PA.PB = PC.PD

(i) Given, AP = 6 cm, PB = 4 cm and PD = 3 cm.

We know that,

PA.PB = PC.PD

⇒ 6 × 4 = PC × 3
⇒ 24 = 3PC
⇒ PC = $\frac{24}{3}$ = 8 cm.

Hence, the length of PC = 8 cm.

(ii) Given, AB = 12 cm, AP = 2 cm, PC = 5 cm

PB = AB - AP = 12 - 2 = 10 cm.

We know that,

PA.PB = PC.PD

⇒ 2 × 10 = 5 × PD
⇒ 20 = 5PD
⇒ PD = $\frac{20}{5}$ = 4 cm.

Hence, the length of PD = 4 cm.

(iii) Given, AP = 5 cm, PB = 6 cm and CD = 13 cm

Let PC = x, so PD = 13 - x

We know that,

PA.PB = PC.PD

⇒ 5 × 6 = x(13 - x)
⇒ 30 = 13x - x2
⇒ x2 - 13x + 30 = 0
⇒ x2 - 10x - 3x + 30 = 0
⇒ x(x - 10) - 3(x - 10) = 0
⇒ (x - 3)(x - 10) = 0
⇒ x - 3 = 0 or x - 10 = 0
⇒ x = 3 or x = 10.

Hence, PC = 3 cm or 10 cm.

30(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, PT is a tangent to the circle. Find TP if AT = 16 cm and AB = 12 cm.

In the figure (i) given below, PT is a tangent to the circle. Find TP if AT = 16 cm and AB = 12 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ TP2 = AT × BT

From figure,

BT = AT - AB = 16 - 12 = 4 cm.

Putting values we get,

⇒ TP2 = 16 × 4
⇒ TP2 = 64
⇒ TP = $\sqrt{64}$
⇒ TP = 8 cm.

Hence, the length of TP = 8 cm.

30(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, diameter AB and chord CD of a circle meet at P. PT is a tangent to the circle at T. CD = 7.8 cm, PD = 5 cm, PB = 4 cm. Find :

(i) AB

(ii) the length of tangent PT.

In the figure (ii) given below, diameter AB and chord CD of a circle meet at P. PT is a tangent to the circle at T. CD = 7.8 cm, PD = 5 cm, PB = 4 cm. Find (i) AB (ii) the length of tangent PT. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ TP2 = PC × PD

From figure,

PC = PD + CD
= 5 + 7.8
= 12.8 cm.

⇒ TP2 = 12.8 × 5
⇒ TP2 = 64
⇒ TP = $\sqrt{64}$
⇒ TP = 8 cm.

Similarly,

⇒ TP2 = AP × BP
⇒ 82 = AP × 4
⇒ 64 = 4AP
⇒ AP = $\frac{64}{4}$
⇒ AP = 16 cm.

(i) From figure,

AB = AP - BP = 16 - 4 = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of AB = 12 cm.

(ii) The length of tangent PT = 8 cm.

31Exercise 15.3

PAB is a secant and PT is tangent to a circle. If

(i) PT = 8 cm and PA = 5 cm, find the length of AB.

(ii) PA = 4.5 cm and AB = 13.5 cm, find the length of PT.

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We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

PAB is a secant and PT is tangent to a circle. If (i) PT = 8 cm and PA = 5 cm, find the length of AB. (ii) PA = 4.5 cm and AB = 13.5 cm, find the length of PT. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

∴ PT2 = PA × PB

(i) Putting values in above equation:

⇒ 82 = 5 × PB
⇒ 82 = 5PB
⇒ PB = $\frac{64}{5}$
⇒ PB = 12.8 cm.

AB = PB - PA = 12.8 - 5 = 7.8 cm.

Hence, the length of AB = 7.8 cm.

(ii) We know,

PB = AB + PA = 13.5 + 4.5 = 18 cm.

PT2 = PA × PB
⇒ PT2 = 4.5 × 18
⇒ PT2 = 81
⇒ PT = $\sqrt{81}$
⇒ PT = 9 cm.

Hence, the length of PT = 9 cm.

32Exercise 15.3

In the adjoining figure, CBA is a secant and CD is tangent to the circle. If AB = 7 cm and BC = 9 cm, then

(i) Prove that △ACD ~ △DCB

(ii) find the length of CD.

In the adjoining figure, CBA is a secant and CD is tangent to the circle. If AB = 7 cm and BC = 9 cm, then (i) Prove that △ACD ~ △DCB (ii) find the length of CD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △ACD and △DCB

∠C = ∠C (Common angles)

∠CAD = ∠CDB (Angles in alternate segments are equal)

∴ △ACD ~ △DCB (By AA axiom.)

Hence, proved that △ACD ~ △DCB.

(ii) Since triangles are similar hence, the ratio of their corresponding sides are equal.

$$\begin{aligned}\frac{AC}{DC} = \frac{DC}{BC} \\[1em] DC^2 = AC \times BC \\[1em] DC^2 = (AB + BC) \times BC \\[1em] DC^2 = (7 + 9) \times 9 \\[1em] DC^2 = 16 \times 9 \\[1em] DC^2 = 144 \\[1em] DC = \sqrt{144} \text{ cm} \\[1em] DC = 12 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the length of DC = 12 cm.

33(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, PAB is a secant and PT is tangent to a circle. If PA : AB = 1 : 3 and PT = 6 cm, find the length of PB.

In the figure (i) given below, PAB is a secant and PT is tangent to a circle. If PA : AB = 1 : 3 and PT = 6 cm, find the length of PB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given, PA : AB = 1 : 3.

Let PA = k, so AB = 3k.

PB = PA + AB = k + 3k = 4k.

We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ PT2 = PA × PB

⇒ 62 = k × 4k

⇒ 36 = 4k2

⇒ k2 = $\frac{36}{4}$

⇒ k = $\sqrt{9}$ cm

⇒ k = 3 cm.

PB = 4k = 4(3) = 12 cm.

Hence, the length of PB = 12 cm.

33(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is an isosceles triangle in which AB = AC and Q is mid-point of AC. If APB is a secant and AC is tangent to the circle at Q, prove that AB = 4AP.

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is an isosceles triangle in which AB = AC and Q is mid-point of AC. If APB is a secant and AC is tangent to the circle at Q, prove that AB = 4AP. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ AQ2 = AP × AB .....(Eq. 1)

Given Q is mid-point of AC, so AQ = $\frac{AC}{2}$.

$\Rightarrow \Big(\frac{AC}{2}\Big)^2 = AP \times AB$

Since, AC = AB.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow \Big(\frac{AB}{2}\Big)^2 = AP \times AB \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{AB^2}{4} = AP \times AB \\[1em] \Rightarrow AB^2 = 4 \times AP \times AB\end{aligned}$$

Dividing both sides by AB,

AB = 4 x AP.

Hence, proved that AB = 4AP.

34Exercise 15.3

Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PA = PC, prove that AB = CD.

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We know that when two chords of a circle intersect internally or externally, then the products of the lengths of segments are equal.

Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PA = PC, prove that AB = CD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Given, chords AB and CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. So,

PA.PB = PC.PD .....(Eq. 1)

Let PA = a, so PC = a. (∵ PA = PB)

Putting these value in Eq. 1 we get,

a.PB = a.PD

Dividing both sides by a we get,

PB = PD.

Let PB = PD = b

From figure,

AB = PA - PB = a - b.

CD = PC - PD = a - b.

Hence, proved that AB = CD.

35(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, AT is tangent to a circle at A. If ∠BAT = 45° and ∠BAC = 65°, find ∠ABC.

In the figure (i) given below, AT is tangent to a circle at A. If ∠BAT = 45° and ∠BAC = 65°, find ∠ABC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ACB = ∠BAT = 45° (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠ACB + ∠CAB + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ 45° + 65° + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ 110° + ∠ABC = 180°
⇒ ∠ABC = 180° - 110°
⇒ ∠ABC = 70°.

Hence, the value of ∠ABC = 70°.

35(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, A, B and C are three points on a circle. The tangent at C meets BA produced at T. Given that ∠ATC = 36° and ∠ACT = 48°, calculate the angle subtended by AB at the centre of the circle.

In the figure (ii) given below, A, B and C are three points on a circle. The tangent at C meets BA produced at T. Given that ∠ATC = 36° and ∠ACT = 48°, calculate the angle subtended by AB at the centre of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OA, OB and CB. In △ATC,

In the figure (ii) given below, A, B and C are three points on a circle. The tangent at C meets BA produced at T. Given that ∠ATC = 36° and ∠ACT = 48°, calculate the angle subtended by AB at the centre of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Ext. ∠CAB = ∠ATC + TCA (∵ external angle in a triangle is equal to the sum of opposite interior angles.)

Ext. ∠CAB = 36° + 48° = 84°.

From figure,

∠ABC = ∠TCA = 48° (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠BAC + ∠ACB = 180°
⇒ 48° + 84° + ∠ACB = 180°
⇒ 132° + ∠ACB = 180°
⇒ ∠ACB = 180° - 132°
⇒ ∠ACB = 48°.

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠ACB at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of the circle.)

∠AOB = 2 × 48° = 96°.

Hence, the angle subtended by AB at the center of the circle is 96°.

36Exercise 15.3

In the adjoining figure, △ABC is isosceles with AB = AC. Prove that the tangent at A to the circumcircle of △ABC is parallel to BC.

In the adjoining figure, △ABC is isosceles with AB = AC. Prove that the tangent at A to the circumcircle of △ABC is parallel to BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △ABC,

AB = AC (Given)

∴ ∠C = ∠B (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

From figure,

∠TAC = ∠B (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

But ∠B = ∠C

∴ ∠TAC = ∠C

But angles ∠TAC and ∠C are alternate angles. Since, they are equal

Hence, proved that AT || BC.

37Exercise 15.3

If the sides of a rectangle touch a circle, prove that the rectangle is a square.

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The figure below shows a rectangle ABCD with its sides touching the circle at points P, Q, R and S.

If the sides of a rectangle touch a circle, prove that the rectangle is a square. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

We know that,

Length of tangents from an external point to the circle are equal.

Hence,

AP = AS .....(Eq. 1)

BP = BQ .....(Eq. 2)

CR = CQ .....(Eq. 3)

DR = DS .....(Eq. 4)

Adding the above 4 equations,

⇒ AP + BP + CR + DR = AS + BQ + CQ + DS
⇒ AB + CD = AD + BC

But AB = CD and AD = BC (As opposite sides of a rectangle are equal.)

⇒ AB + AB = BC + BC
⇒ 2AB = 2BC
⇒ AB = BC.

∴ AB = BC = CD = DA.

Hence, proved that ABCD is a square.

38(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, two circles intersect at A, B. From a point P on one of these circles, two line segments PAC and PBD are drawn, intersecting the other circles at C and D respectively. Prove that CD is parallel to the tangent at P.

In the figure (i) given below, two circles intersect at A, B. From a point P on one of these circles, two line segments PAC and PBD are drawn, intersecting the other circles at C and D respectively. Prove that CD is parallel to the tangent at P. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

PT is a tangent and PA is chord.

∠APT = ∠ABP (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.) ...(i)

BDCA is a cyclic quadrilateral as all the vertices lie on the circumference of the circle.

In cyclic quadrilateral the exterior angle is equal to the opposite interior angle.

∴ ∠ABP = ∠ACD ....(ii)

From (i) and (ii),

∠APT = ∠ACD

The angles ∠APT and ∠ACD are alternate angles, but since they are equal,

Hence, proved that CD || PT.

38(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles with centres C, C' intersect at A, B and the point C lies on the circle with C'. PQ is a tangent to the circle with centre C' at A. Prove that AC bisects ∠PAB.

In the figure (ii) given below, two circles with centres C, C' intersect at A, B and the point C lies on the circle with C'. PQ is a tangent to the circle with centre C' at A. Prove that AC bisects ∠PAB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △ACB,

AC = BC (Radius of the same circle)

∴ ∠BAC = ∠ABC ....(i)

PAQ is tangent and AC is the chord of the circle.

∠PAC = ∠ABC (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal) ....(i)

From (i) and (ii)

∠BAC = ∠PAC

Hence, proved that AC bisects ∠PAB.

39(a)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a chord of the circle with centre O, BT is tangent to the circle. If ∠OAB = 32°, find the values of x and y.

In the figure (i) given below, AB is a chord of the circle with centre O, BT is tangent to the circle. If ∠OAB = 32°, find the values of x and y. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △OAB,

OA = OB (∵ both are radius of the common circle.)

So, △OAB is a isosceles triangle with,

∠OBA = ∠OAB = 32°.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OAB,

⇒ ∠OBA + ∠OAB + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ 32° + 32° + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ 64° + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB = 180° - 64°
⇒ ∠AOB = 116°.

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at centre and ∠ACB at remaining part of circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of the circle.)

⇒ 116° = 2y
⇒ y = $\frac{116°}{2}$
⇒ y = 58°.

From figure,

∠ABT = ∠ACB = 58° (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

∴ x = 58°.

Hence, the value of x = 58° and y = 58°.

39(b)Exercise 15.3

In the figure (ii) given below, O and O' are centres of two circles touching each other externally at the point P. The common tangent at P meets a direct common tangent AB at M. Prove that,

(i) M bisects AB.

(ii) ∠APB = 90°.

In the figure (ii) given below, O and O' are centres of two circles touching each other externally at the point P. The common tangent at P meets a direct common tangent AB at M. Prove that (i) M bisects AB. (ii) ∠APB = 90°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) From figure,

From M, MA and MP are the tangents.

∴ MA = MP.....(i) (∵ length of the different tangents to a circle from a single point are equal.)

Similarly,

From M, MB and MP are the tangents.

∴ MB = MP.....(ii) (∵ length of the different tangents to a circle from a single point are equal.)

From (i) and (ii),

MA = MB.

Hence, proved that M bisects AB.

(ii) Since MA = MP

Hence in triangle APM,

∠MAP = ∠MPA ....(i) (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

Since MB = MP

Hence in triangle BPM,

∠MPB = ∠MBP ....(ii) (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

Adding equations (i) and (ii)

⇒ ∠MAP + ∠MPB = ∠MPA + ∠MBP
⇒ ∠MAP + ∠MBP = ∠APB

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°

In triangle APB

⇒ ∠APB + ∠MAP + ∠MBP = 180°

Putting value of ∠MAP + ∠MBP = ∠APB in above equation

⇒ ∠APB + ∠APB = 180°

⇒ 2∠APB = 180°

⇒ ∠APB = $\frac{180°}{2}$ = 90°.

Hence, proved that ∠APB = 90°.

40Exercise 15.3

In adjoining figure, P and Q are the centers of two circles touching externally at R and CD is the common tangent.

In adjoining figure, P and Q are the centers of two circles touching externally at R and CD is the common tangent. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

If ∠CAR = 38°, then find ∠DBR.

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Join PC and QD.

In adjoining figure, P and Q are the centers of two circles touching externally at R and CD is the common tangent. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

We know that,

The tangent at any point of a circle is perpendicular to the radius through the point of contact.

∴ PC ⊥ CD and QD ⊥ CD

⇒ ∠PCD = 90° and ∠QDC = 90°

The angle subtended by an arc of a circle at the center is double the angle subtended by it at any point on the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠CPR = 2 x ∠CAR = 2 x 38° = 76°

⇒ ∠CPR = ∠CPQ = 76°

CDQP is quadrilateral.

∴ ∠PCD + ∠QDC + ∠DQP + ∠CPQ = 360°

⇒ 90° + 90° + ∠DQP + 76° = 360°

⇒ 256° + ∠DQP = 360°

⇒ ∠DQP = 360° - 256°

⇒ ∠DQP = 104°

From figure,

⇒ ∠DQR = ∠DQP

⇒ ∠DQR = 104°

The angle subtended by an arc of a circle at the center is double the angle subtended by it at any point on the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠DQR = 2 x ∠DBR

⇒ 104° = 2 x ∠DBR

⇒ ∠DBR = $\frac{104°}{2}$

⇒ ∠DBR = 52°.

Hence, ∠DBR = 52°.

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In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If ∠OAB = 40°, then ∠ACB is equal to

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If ∠OAB = 40°, then ∠ACB is equal to (a) 50° (b) 40° (c) 60° (d) 70°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

OA = OB (Radius of the circle.)

So, △OAB is an isosceles triangle with ∠OBA = ∠OAB (As angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

∠OBA = 40°.

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OBA + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ 40° + 40° + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ 80° + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB = 180° - 80°
⇒ ∠AOB = 100°.

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at centre and ∠ACB at remaining part of circle.

∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

100° = 2∠ACB
∠ACB = $\frac{100°}{2}$ = 50°.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

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ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral such that AB is a diameter of the circle circumscribing it and ∠ADC = 140°, then ∠BAC is equal to

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Cyclic quadrilateral ABCD is shown in the figure below:

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If ∠OAB = 40°, then ∠ACB is equal to (a) 80° (b) 50° (c) 40° (d) 30°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

The sum of opposite angles in a quadrilateral = 180°.

∴ ∠ADC + ∠ABC = 180°

140° + ∠ABC = 180°
∠ABC = 180° - 140° = 40°.

In △ABC,

∠ACB = 90° (∵ angles in semicircle = 90°.)

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ACB + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ 40° + 90° + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ 130° + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 130°
⇒ ∠BAC = 50°.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

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In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If ∠BAO = 60°, then ∠ADC is equal to

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If ∠BAO = 60°, then ∠ADC is equal to (a) 30° (b) 45° (c) 60° (d) 120°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the figure,

OA = OB (Radius of the circle.)

So, △OAB is an isosceles triangle with ∠OBA = ∠BAO (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

∠OBA = 60°.

In a triangle the exterior angle is equal to the sum of opposite interior angle.

∴ ∠AOC = ∠BAO + ∠OBA = 60° + 60° = 120°.

Arc AC subtends ∠AOC at centre and ∠ADC at remaining part of circle.

∠AOC = 2∠ADC (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

120° = 2∠ADC

∠ADC = $\frac{120°}{2}$ = 60°.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

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In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If the length of the chord PQ is equal to the radius of the circle, then ∠PRQ is

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If the length of the chord PQ is equal to the radius of the circle, then ∠PRQ is (a) 60° (b) 45° (c) 30° (d) 15°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

In △OPQ,

OP = OQ = PQ = (Radius of the circle.)

Hence, △OPQ is an equilateral triangle.

∴ ∠POQ = 60° (∵ all angles of an equilateral triangle = 60°.)

Arc PQ subtends ∠POQ at centre and ∠PRQ at remaining part of circle.

∠POQ = 2∠PRQ (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

60° = 2∠PRQ

∠PRQ = $\frac{60°}{2}$ = 30°.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

51 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, if O is the centre of the circle then the value of x is

In the adjoining figure, if O is the centre of the circle then the value of x is (a) 18° (b) 20° (c) 24° (d) 36°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ADB = ∠ACB = 2x (∵ ∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

Join OA as shown in the figure below:

In the adjoining figure, if O is the centre of the circle then the value of x is (a) 18° (b) 20° (c) 24° (d) 36°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at centre and ∠ADB at remaining part of circle.

∠AOB = 2∠ADB = 2(2x) = 4x (∵ angle subtended at centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of circle.)

In △OAB,

OA = OB (Radius of the circle.)

So, △OAB is an isosceles triangle with ∠OBA = ∠OAB (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

∠OAB = 3x.

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OBA + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ 3x + 3x + 4x = 180°
⇒ 10x = 180°
⇒ x = 18°

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

61 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

From a point which is at a distance of 13 cm from the centre O of a circle of radius 5 cm, the pair of tangents PQ and PR to the circle are drawn. Then the area of the quadrilateral PQOR is

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Given, the point P is 13 cm from O, the centre of the circle as shown in the figure below:

From a point which is at a distance of 13 cm from the centre O of a circle of radius 5 cm, the pair of tangents PQ and PR to the circle are drawn. Then the area of the quadrilateral PQOR is (a) 60 cm2 (b) 65 cm2 (c) 30 cm2 (d) 32.5 cm2. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Radius of the circle (OQ) = 5 cm

PQ and PR are tangents from P to the circle.

PQ ⊥ OQ (∵ radius of a circle and tangent through that point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ OQP = 90°.

So, in △OQP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OQ^2 + PQ^2 \\[1em] 13^2 = 5^2 + PQ^2 \\[1em] PQ^2 = 13^2 - 5^2 \\[1em] PQ^2 = 169 - 25 \\[1em] PQ^2 = 144 \\[1em] PQ = 12 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Area of △OPQ = $\frac{1}{2} \times PQ \times OQ$ = $\frac{1}{2} \times 12 \times 5 = 30$ cm2.

Similarly,

PR ⊥ OR (∵ radius of a circle and tangent through that point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠ORP = 90°.

So, in △ORP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OR^2 + PR^2 \\[1em] 13^2 = 5^2 + PR^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 13^2 - 5^2 \\[1em] PR^2 = 169 - 25 \\[1em] PR^2 = 144 \\[1em] PR = 12 \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Area of △POR = $\frac{1}{2} \times PR \times OR$ = $\frac{1}{2} \times 12 \times 5 = 30$ cm2.

Area of quadrilateral PQOR = Area of △POR + Area of △OPQ = 30 + 30 = 60 cm2.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

71 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠BAD = (2x + 5)° and ∠BCD = (x + 10)°, then x is equal to

In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠BAD = (2x + 5)° and ∠BCD = (x + 10)°, then x is equal to. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

We know that,

The sum of opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°.

⇒ ∠BAD + ∠BCD = 180°

⇒ (2x + 5)° + (x + 10)° = 180°

⇒ 3x° + 15° = 180°

⇒ 3x° = 180° - 15°

⇒ 3x° = 165°

⇒ x° = $\frac{165°}{3}$

⇒ x° = 55°

⇒ x = 55.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

81 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, PQ and PR are tangents from P to a circle with centre O. If ∠POR = 55°, then ∠QPR is

In the adjoining figure, PQ and PR are tangents from P to a circle with centre O. If ∠POR = 55°, then ∠QPR is (a) 35° (b) 55° (c) 70° (d) 80°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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OR ⊥ PR (∵ radius of a circle and tangent through that point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠ORP = 90°.

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

⇒ ∠ORP + ∠POR + ∠OPR = 180°
⇒ 90° + 55° + ∠OPR = 180°
⇒ 145° + ∠OPR = 180°
⇒ ∠OPR = 180° - 145°
⇒ ∠OPR = 35°.

∠QPO = ∠OPR = 35° (∵ the tangents are equally inclined to the line joining the point and the centre of the circle.)

From figure,

∠QPR = ∠OPR + ∠QPO = 35° + 35° = 70°.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

91 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents from point P to a circle with centre O. If the radius of the circle is 5 cm and PA ⊥ PB, then the length OP is equal to

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents from point P to a circle with centre O. If the radius of the circle is 5 cm and PA ⊥ PB, then the length OP is equal to (a) 5 cm (b) 10 cm (c) 7.5 cm (d) 5√2 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OA as shown in the figure below:

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents from point P to a circle with centre O. If the radius of the circle is 5 cm and PA ⊥ PB, then the length OP is equal to (a) 5 cm (b) 10 cm (c) 7.5 cm (d) 5√2 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OA ⊥ PA (∵ radius of a circle and tangent through that point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠OAP = 90°.

Given, PA ⊥ PB

∴ ∠APB = 90°.

∵ the tangents are equally inclined to the line joining the point and the centre of the circle.

∠APO = $\frac{1}{2}$ x ∠APB = 45°.

Since, sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OAP,

⇒ ∠APO + ∠OAP + ∠AOP = 180°
⇒ 45° + 90° + ∠AOP = 180°
⇒ 135° + ∠AOP = 180°
⇒ ∠AOP = 180° - 135°
⇒ ∠AOP = 45°.

Since, ∠AOP = ∠APO hence, △OAP is an isosceles triangle with OA = AP = 5 cm.

In right angled triangle △OAP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OA^2 + AP^2 \\[1em] OP^2 = 5^2 + 5^2 \\[1em] OP^2 = 25 + 25 \\[1em] OP^2 = 50 \\[1em] OP = \sqrt{50} \\[1em] OP = 5\sqrt{2} \text{ cm}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

101 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

At one end A of a diameter AB of a circle of radius 5 cm, tangent XAY is drawn to the circle. The length of the chord CD parallel to XY and at a distance 8 cm from A is

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The figure is shown below:

At one end A of a diameter AB of a circle of radius 5 cm, tangent XAY is drawn to the circle. The length of the chord CD parallel to XY and at a distance 8 cm from A is (a) 4 cm (b) 5 cm (c) 6 cm (d) 8 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Since tangent and radius at point of contact of a circle are perpendicular to each other. Hence,

XAY ⊥ AO

Given XAY || to CD hence,

CD ⊥ AB.

In right angled triangle OEC,

OE = AE - AO = 8 - 5 = 3 cm.

⇒ OC2 = OE2 + CE2 (By pythagoras theorem)
⇒ 52 = 32 + CE2
⇒ CE2 = 25 - 9
⇒ CE2 = 16
⇒ CE = 4 cm.

Similarly in right angled triangle OED,

⇒ OD2 = OE2 + ED2 (By pythagoras theorem)
⇒ 52 = 32 + ED2
⇒ ED2 = 25 - 9
⇒ ED2 = 16
⇒ ED = 4 cm.

⇒ CD = CE + ED = 4 + 4 = 8 cm.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

111 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

If radii of two concentric circles are 4 cm and 5 cm, then the length of each chord of one circle which is tangent to the other is

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From figure,

If radii of two concentric circles are 4 cm and 5 cm, then the length of each chord of one circle which is tangent to the other is (a) 3 cm (b) 6 cm (c) 9 cm (d) 1 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

AB is chord to the bigger circle which is tangent to the smaller circle at C.

OC ⊥ AC (∵ radius of a circle and tangent through that point are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ ∠ACO = 90°.

In △ACO,

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow OA^2 = OC^2 + AC^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 5^2 = 4^2 + AC^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 25 = 16 + AC^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 25 - 16 = AC^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow AC^2 = 9 \\[1em] \Rightarrow AC = 3 \text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Length of chord AB = 2 × AC = 2 × 3 = 6 cm.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

121 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining diagram, RT is a tangent touching the circle at S. If ∠PST = 30° and ∠SPQ = 60° then ∠PSQ is equal to

In the given diagram, RT is a tangent touching the circle at S. If ∠PST = 30° and ∠SPQ = 60° then ∠PSQ is equal to : ICSE 2023 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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We know that,

Angle between tangent and the chord at the point of contact is equal to angle of the alternate segment.

∴ ∠PQS = ∠PST = 30°

In the given diagram, RT is a tangent touching the circle at S. If ∠PST = 30° and ∠SPQ = 60° then ∠PSQ is equal to : ICSE 2023 Maths Solved Question Paper.

In △ PQS,

By angle sum property of triangle,

⇒ ∠PQS + ∠QPS + ∠PSQ = 180°

⇒ 30° + 60° + ∠PSQ = 180°

⇒ ∠PSQ + 90° = 180°

⇒ ∠PSQ = 180° - 90° = 90°.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

131 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents to a circle with centre O. If ∠APB = 50°, then ∠OAB is equal to

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents to a circle with centre O. If ∠APB = 50°, then ∠OAB is equal to (a) 25° (b) 30° (c) 40° (d) 50°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In the given figure,

PA and PB are tangents to the circle with centre O.

∠APB = 50°

Since sum of opposite angles of quadrilateral = 180°.

∴ ∠AOB + ∠APB = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB + 50° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB = 180° - 50° = 130°.

In △OAB,

OA = OB (Radius of the same circle)

Hence, △OAB is an isosceles triangle with ∠OAB = ∠OBA.

Since, sum of angles of a triangle = 180°.

In △OAB,

⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OBA + ∠AOB = 180°
⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OAB + 130° = 180°
⇒ 2∠OAB = 180° - 130°
⇒ 2∠OAB = 50°
⇒ ∠OAB = 25°.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

141 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, sides BC, CA and AB of △ABC touch a circle at point D, E and F respectively. If BD = 4 cm, DC = 3 cm and CA = 8 cm, then the length of side AB is

In the adjoining figure, sides BC, CA and AB of △ABC touch a circle at point D, E and F respectively. If BD = 4 cm, DC = 3 cm and CA = 8 cm, then the length of side AB is (a) 12 cm (b) 11 cm (c) 10 cm (d) 9 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if two tangents are drawn from an external point to a circle then, the lengths of the tangents are equal.

∴ BF = BD = 4 cm, CE = CD = 3 cm and AF = AE.

Given, CA = 8 cm.

From figure,

⇒ CA = AE + CE
⇒ 8 = AE + 3
⇒ AE = 8 - 3 = 5 cm.

We know AF = AE = 5cm.

From figure,

AB = AF + BF = 5 + 4 = 9 cm.

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

151 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, sides BC, CA and AB of △ABC touch a circle at the points P, Q and R respectively. If PC = 5 cm, AR = 4 cm and RB = 6 cm, then the perimeter of △ABC is

In the adjoining figure, sides BC, CA and AB of △ABC touch a circle at the points P, Q and R respectively. If PC = 5 cm, AR = 4 cm and RB = 6 cm, then the perimeter of △ABC is (a) 60 cm (b) 45 cm (c) 30 cm (d) 15 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if two tangents are drawn from an external point to a circle then, the lengths of the tangents are equal.

∴ BP = BR = 6 cm, CQ = CP = 5 cm and AQ = AR = 4 cm.

Perimeter of △ABC ⇒ AB + BC + CA
⇒ AR + BR + BP + CP + AQ + CQ
⇒ 4 + 6 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 5
⇒ 30 cm.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

161 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

PQ is a tangent to a circle at point P. Centre of circle is O. If △OPQ is an isosceles triangle, then ∠QOP is equal to

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The circle with centre O and PQ as tangent is shown in the figure below:

PQ is a tangent to a circle at point P. Centre of circle is O. If △OPQ is an isosceles triangle, then ∠QOP is equal to. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

We know that,

OP ⊥ PQ (∵ tangent through a point and radius from that point are perpendicular to each other)

Given, △OPQ is an isosceles triangle.

Since, ∠OPQ = 90° hence, the other two angles will be equal to each other.

∴ ∠QOP = ∠OQP

We know that sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OPQ,

⇒ ∠OPQ + ∠QOP + ∠OQP = 180°
⇒ ∠OPQ + ∠QOP + ∠QOP = 180°
⇒ 90° + 2∠QOP = 180°
⇒ 2∠QOP = 180° - 90
⇒ ∠QOP = $\frac{90°}{2}$
⇒ ∠QOP = 45°.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

171 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents at points A and B respectively to a circle with centre O. If C is a point on the circle and ∠APB = 40°, then ∠ACB is equal to

In the adjoining figure, PA and PB are tangents at points A and B respectively to a circle with centre O. If C is a point on the circle and ∠APB = 40°, then ∠ACB is equal to (a) 80° (b) 70° (c) 90° (d) 140°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OP.

We know that the tangents are equally inclined to the line joining the point and the centre of the circle.

∴ ∠APO = $\frac{∠\text{APB}}{2} = \frac{40°}{2}$ = 20°.

AP ⊥ OA.

∴ ∠OAP = 90°.

In right angle triangle OAP,

⇒ ∠APO + ∠AOP + ∠OAP = 180°
⇒ 20° + ∠AOP + 90° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOP + 110° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOP = 180° - 110° = 70°.

As the tangents subtends equal angles at centre.

∴ ∠BOP = ∠AOP = 70°.

∠AOB = ∠AOP + ∠BOP = 70° + 70° = 140°.

Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at center and ∠ACB on the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB

⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{1}{2} \times$ ∠AOB

⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{1}{2} \times 140°$

⇒ ∠ACB = 70°.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

181 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, two circles touch each other at A. BC and AP are common tangents to these circles. If BP = 3.8 cm, then the length of BC is equal to

In the adjoining figure, two circles touch each other at A. BC and AP are common tangents to these circles. If BP = 3.8 cm, then the length of BC is equal to (a) 7.6 cm (b) 1.9 cm (c) 11.4 cm (d) 5.7 cm. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if two tangents are drawn from an external point to a circle then, the lengths of the tangents are equal.

From figure,

PA and PB are the tangents to the first circle.

∴ PA = PB = 3.8 cm

PA and PC are tangents to the second circle.

∴ PC = PA = 3.8 cm

From figure,

BC = PB + PC = 3.8 + 3.8 = 7.6 cm.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

191 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, if sides PQ, QR, RS and SP of a quadrilateral PQRS touch a circle at points A, B, C and D respectively, then PD + BQ is equal to

In the adjoining figure, if sides PQ, QR, RS and SP of a quadrilateral PQRS touch a circle at points A, B, C and D respectively, then PD + BQ is equal to (a) PQ (b) QR (c) PS (d) SR. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if two tangents are drawn from an external point to a circle then, the lengths of the tangents are equal.

From figure,

PA and PD are the tangents to the circle from P.

∴ PA = PD

QB and QA are the tangents to the circle from Q.

∴ QB = QA

Hence,

⇒ PD + BQ
⇒ PA + QA
⇒ PQ.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

201 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, PQR is a tangent at Q to a circle. If AB is a chord parallel to PR and ∠BQR = 70°, then ∠AQB is equal to

In the adjoining figure, PQR is a tangent at Q to a circle. If AB is a chord parallel to PR and ∠BQR = 70°, then ∠AQB is equal to (a) 20° (b) 40° (c) 35° (d) 45°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

BQ is chord and PQR is a tangent.

∠BQR = ∠A (∵ angles in alternate segment are equal.)

As AB || PQR

∠BQR = ∠B (∵ alternate angles are equal)

∴ ∠A = ∠B = 70°

We know that sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △AQB,

⇒ ∠A + ∠B + ∠AQB = 180°
⇒ 70° + 70° + ∠AQB = 180°
⇒ 140° + ∠AQB = 180°
⇒ ∠AQB = 180° - 140°
⇒ ∠AQB = 40°.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

211 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

Two chords AB and CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PC = 15 cm, CD = 7 cm and AP = 12 cm, then AB is

Two chords AB and CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PC = 15 cm, CD = 7 cm and AP = 12 cm, then AB is (a) 2 cm (b) 4 cm (c) 6 cm (d) none of these. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if two chords of a circle intersect internally or externally, then the products of the lengths of segments are equal.

Hence, from figure,

PA.PB = PC.PD .....(i)

Given,

PC = 15 cm and CD = 7 cm

From figure,

PD = PC - CD = 15 - 7 = 8 cm.

Let BP = x cm then AB = (12 - x) cm

Putting values in equation (i),

⇒ PA.PB = PC.PD
⇒ 12.x = 15.8
⇒ 12x = 120
⇒ x = $\frac{120}{12}$ = 10 cm.

AB = 12 - x = 12 - 10 = 2 cm.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

221 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In a circle with radius R, the shortest distance between two parallel tangents is equal to :

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Let l and m be tangents to circle with center O, touching the circle at point A and B.

In a circle with radius R, the shortest distance between two parallel tangents is equal to : ICSE 2024 Maths Specimen Solved Question Paper.

From figure,

Shortest distance between tangents = OA + OB = R + R = 2R.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

231 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the given diagram, PS and PT are the tangents to the circle. SQ || PT and ∠SPT = 80°. The value of ∠QST is :

In the given diagram, PS and PT are the tangents to the circle. SQ || PT and ∠SPT = 80°. The value of ∠QST is : ICSE 2024 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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In △ PST,

⇒ PS = PT (Tangents from an external point to a circle are equal in length)

⇒ ∠PST = ∠PTS = a (let) (Angles opposite to equal sides are equal)

By angle sum property of triangle,

⇒ ∠PST + ∠PTS + ∠SPT = 180°

⇒ a + a + 80° = 180°

⇒ 2a = 180° - 80°

⇒ 2a = 100°

⇒ a = $\frac{100°}{2}$ = 50°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠QST = ∠STP = 50° (Alternate angles are equal)

Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.

241 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The circumcentre of a triangle is the point which is ∶

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The circumcenter of a triangle is defined as the point equidistant from the three vertices of the triangle.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

251 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

The three vertices of a scalene triangle are always equidistant from a fixed point. The point is :

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Let ABC be the triangle and O is the circumcenter of triangle.

The three vertices of a scalene triangle are always equidistant from a fixed point. The point is : ICSE 2024 Maths Specimen Solved Question Paper.

Circumcenter is the center of circle which passes through all vertices of triangle.

∴ OA = OB = OC (Radius of circle)

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

261 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining figure, AC is a diameter of the circle, AP = 3 cm and PB = 4 cm and QP ⊥ AB. If the area of △ APQ is 18 cm2, then the area of shaded portion QPBC is :

In the adjoining figure, AC is a diameter of the circle, AP = 3 cm and PB = 4 cm and QP ⊥ AB. If the area of △ APQ is 18 cm2, then the area of shaded portion QPBC is : ICSE 2025 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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We know that,

Angle in a semi-circle is a right angle.

∴ ∠ABC = 90°.

In △ APQ and △ ABC,

⇒ ∠APQ = ∠ABC (Both equal to 90°)

⇒ ∠PAQ = ∠BAC (Common angles)

∴ △ APQ ~ △ ABC (By A.A. axiom)

We know that,

The ratio of area of similar triangles is equal to the ratio of the square of the corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △ APQ}}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{AP^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{18}{\text{Area of △ ABC}} = \frac{AP^2}{AB^2} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ ABC} = \frac{AB^2}{AP^2} \times 18 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ ABC} = \frac{(3 + 4)^2}{3^2} \times 18 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ ABC} = \frac{7^2}{3^2} \times 18 \\[1em] \Rightarrow \text{Area of △ ABC} = \frac{49}{9} \times 18 = 98 \text{ cm}^2.\end{aligned}$$

From figure,

Area of QPBC = Area of △ ABC - Area of △ APQ = 98 - 18 = 80 cm2.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.

271 Mark · Multiple Choice Questions

In the adjoining diagram, O is the center of the circle and PT is a tangent. The value of x is :

In the adjoining diagram, O is the center of the circle and PT is a tangent. The value of x is : ICSE 2025 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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From figure,

⇒ ∠QOT + ∠TOP = 180° (Linear Pair)

⇒ 110° + ∠TOP = 180°

⇒ ∠TOP = 180° - 110° = 70°.

⇒ ∠OPT = 90° (Tangent is perpendicular to radius at point of intersection)

In △ TOP,

⇒ ∠OPT + ∠TOP + ∠PTO = 180°

⇒ 90° + 70° + x°= 180°

⇒ x° + 160° = 180°

⇒ x° = 180° - 160° = 20°.

Hence, Option 1 is the correct option.

1Assertion-Reason Type Questions

The adjacent figure shows a circle with center O and while OABC is a quadrilateral.

The adjacent figure shows a circle with center O and while OABC is a quadrilateral. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Assertion (A): OABC is a cyclic quadrilateral.

Reason (R): A quadrilateral inscribed in a circle is a cyclic quadrilateral.

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A cyclic quadrilateral is defined as a quadrilateral whose all four vertices lie on the circumference of a circle. In other words, it is a quadrilateral that is inscribed in a circle.

So, reason (R) is true.

In the given figure, O is center of the circle. Hence, it does not lie on the circumference of the circle.

Therefore, OABC is not a cyclic quadrilateral.

So, assertion (A) is false.

Thus, Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

2Assertion-Reason Type Questions

Assertion (A): In the adjoining figure, AB is a diameter of the circle. If P is any point on the circle, then AB2 = AP2 + BP2.

Reason (R): Angle in a semicircle is 90°.

In the adjoining figure, AB is a diameter of the circle. If P is any point on the circle, then AB2 = AP2 + BP2.Reason : Angle in a semicircle is 90°. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

AB is the diameter of the circle.

We know that,

Angle in a semi-circle is a right angle.

So, reason (R) is true.

∠APB = 90°

We know that,

Side opposite to 90° is hypotenuse.

Thus, in triangle APB, AB is the hypotenuse.

Using pythagoras theorem in ΔAPB,

⇒ Hypotenuse2 = Base2 + Perpendicular2

⇒ AB2 = BP2 + AP2

So, assertion (A) is true.

Thus, both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct, and Reason (R) is the correct reason for Assertion (A).

Hence, option 3 is the correct option.

3Assertion-Reason Type Questions

Assertion (A): In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠CBE = 108°, then ∠ADC = 108°.

Reason (R): In a cyclic quadrilateral, opposite angles are supplementary.

Assertion : In the adjoining figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral. If ∠CBE = 108°, then ∠ADC = 108°. Reason : In a cyclic quadrilateral, opposite angles are supplementary. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠CBE and ∠CBA forms a linear pair.

⇒ ∠CBE + ∠CBA = 180°

⇒ 108° + ∠CBA = 180°

⇒ ∠CBA = 180° - 108°

⇒ ∠CBA = 72°

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral, opposite angles are supplementary.

So, reason (R) is true.

⇒ ∠CBA + ∠ADC = 180°

⇒ 72° + ∠ADC = 180°

⇒ ∠ADC = 180° - 72°

⇒ ∠ADC = 108°.

So, assertion (A) is true.

Thus, both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct, and Reason (R) is the correct reason for Assertion (A).

Hence, option 3 is the correct option.

4Assertion-Reason Type Questions

Assertion (A): An exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to an interior angle.

Reason (R): If an exterior angle of a quadrilateral is equal to opposite interior angle, then the quadrilateral is cyclic.

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We know that,

In a cyclic quadrilateral, an exterior angle is equal to the opposite interior angle.

So, reason (R) is true.

In case of assertion (A) : An exterior angle of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to an interior angle.

This statement is incorrectly stated as the exterior angle is equal to the opposite interior angle.

So, assertion (A) is false.

Thus, Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

5Assertion-Reason Type Questions

In the adjoining figure P, Q and R the points of the circle, PT is the tangent to the circle at point P.

In the adjoining figure P, Q and R the points of the circle, PT is the tangent to the circle at point P. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Assertion (A): If ∠QPT = 50° and ∠PQR = 45°, then ∠QPR = 95°.

Reason (R): Angles in alternate segments are equal.

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According to alternate Segment theorem,

The angle between a tangent to a circle and a chord drawn from the point of contact is equal to the angle subtended by the chord in the alternate segment of the circle.

So, reason (R) is true.

∴ ∠QRP = ∠QPT (By alternate segment theorem)

⇒ ∠QRP = 50°

In ΔPQR, according to angle sum property,

∴ ∠PQR + ∠PRQ + ∠QPR = 180°

⇒ 45° + 50° + ∠QPR = 180°

⇒ 95° + ∠QPR = 180°

⇒ ∠QPR = 180° - 95°

⇒ ∠QPR = 85°

So, assertion (A) is false.

Thus, Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Hence, option 2 is the correct option.

1Chapter Test

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If QR = OP and ∠ORP = 20°, find the value of 'x' giving reasons.

In the adjoining figure, O is the centre of the circle. If QR = OP and ∠ORP = 20°, find the value of 'x' giving reasons. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Given,

QR = OP ⇒ QR = OQ

⇒ ∠QOR = ∠ORQ = 20° (∵ angles opposite equal sides of a triangle are equal)

Exterior angle in a triangle is equal to the sum of two opposite interior angles.

∴ ∠OQP = ∠QOR + ∠ORQ = 20° + 20° = 40°.

As OP = OQ, ∠OPQ = ∠OQP

⇒ ∠OPQ = 40°
⇒ ∠OPR = 40°.

Exterior angle in a triangle is equal to the sum of two opposite interior angles.

∴ x = ∠TOP = ∠OPR + ∠ORP = 40° + 20° = 60°.

Hence, the value of x = 60°.

2(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, triangle ABC is equilateral. Find ∠BDC and ∠BEC.

In the figure (i) given below, triangle ABC is equilateral. Find  ∠BDC and ∠BEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since ABC is an equilateral triangle so,

∠A = ∠B = ∠C = 60°.

From figure,

∠BDC = ∠BAC (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

∴ ∠BDC = 60°.

BDCE is a cyclic quadrilateral. Hence, sum of the opposite angles = 180°.

⇒ ∠BDC + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ 60° + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ ∠BEC = 180° - 60° = 120°.

Hence, the value of ∠BDC = 60° and ∠BEC = 120°.

2(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is a diameter of a circle with centre O. OD is perpendicular to AB and C is a point on the arc DB. Find ∠BAD and ∠ACD.

In the figure (i) given below, triangle ABC is equilateral. Find  ∠BDC and ∠BEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △AOD, ∠AOD = 90°.

OA = OD (Radii of the semi-circle)

∠OAD = ∠ODA (∵ angles opposite equal side are equal.)

We know that sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △OAD,

⇒ ∠AOD + ∠OAD + ∠ODA = 180°
⇒ 90° + ∠OAD + ∠OAD = 180°
⇒ 90° + 2∠OAD = 180°
⇒ 2∠OAD = 180° - 90°
⇒ ∠OAD = $\frac{90°}{2}$ = 45°.

From figure,

∠BAD = ∠OAD = 45°.

Arc AD subtends ∠AOD at the centre and ∠ACD at the remaining part of the circle.

∠AOD = 2∠ACD (∵ angle subtended on centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of the circle.)

⇒ 90° = 2∠ACD
⇒ ∠ACD = $\frac{90°}{2}$ = 45°.

Hence, the value of ∠BAD = 45° and ∠ACD = 45°.

3(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, AC is a tangent to the circle with centre O. If ∠ADB = 55°, find x and y. Give reasons for your answers.

In the figure (i) given below, AC is a tangent to the circle with centre O. If ∠ADB = 55°, find x and y. Give reasons for your answers. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that angle between the radius and tangent at the point of contact is right angle.

∴ ∠A = 90°.

Also in △OBE, OB = OE = radius of the circle.

∴ ∠B = ∠OEB .....(i)

In △ABD,

⇒ ∠A + ∠B + ∠ADB = 180°
⇒ 90° + ∠B + 55° = 180°
⇒ ∠B + 145° = 180°
⇒ ∠B = 180° - 145° = 35°.

∴ ∠OEB = 35°.

From figure,

∠DEC = ∠OEB = 35° (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

∠EDC + ∠ADE = 180° (∵ both form a linear pair)

∠EDC + 55° = 180°
∠EDC = 180° - 55°
∠EDC = 125°.

In △EDC,

⇒ ∠DEC + ∠EDC + ∠DCE = 180°
⇒ 35° + 125° + x° = 180°
⇒ x° + 160° = 180°
⇒ x° = 180° - 160° = 20°.

In △AOC,

⇒ ∠AOC + ∠OAC + ∠ACO = 180°
⇒ y° + 90° + x° = 180°
⇒ y° + 90° + 20° = 180°
⇒ y° + 110° = 180°
⇒ y° = 180° - 110° = 70°.

Hence, the value of x = 20 and y = 70.

3(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is a diameter of the semicircle ABCDE with centre O. If AE = ED and ∠BCD = 140°, find ∠AED and ∠EBD. Also prove that OE is parallel to BD.

In the figure (ii) given below, AB is a diameter of the semicircle ABCDE with centre O. If AE = ED and ∠BCD = 140°, find ∠AED and ∠EBD. Also prove that OE is parallel to BD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that in a cyclic quadrilateral the sum of opposite interior angles = 180°.

In cyclic quadrilateral BCDE,

⇒ ∠BCD + ∠BED = 180°
⇒ 140° + ∠BED = 180°
⇒ ∠BED = 180° - 140° = 40°.

∠AEB = 90°. (∵ angle in semicircle = 90°.)

From figure,

∠AED = ∠AEB + ∠BED = 90° + 40° = 130°.

In cyclic quadrilateral AEDB,

⇒ ∠AED + ∠DBA = 180°
⇒ 130° + ∠DBA = 180°
⇒ ∠DBA = 180° - 130° = 50°.

Given chord AE = ED

∴ ∠DBE = ∠EBA

From figure,

⇒ ∠DBA = ∠DBE + ∠EBA
⇒ 50 = ∠DBE + ∠DBE
⇒ 2∠DBE = 50°
⇒ ∠DBE = $\frac{50°}{2}$ = 25°.

or, ∠EBD = 25°.

In △OEB, OE = OB (Radii of the same circle.)

∠OEB = ∠EBO = ∠DBE

But these are alternate angles.

∴ OE || BD.

Hence, the value of ∠AED = 130° and ∠EBD = 25°.

4(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle. Prove that ∠AOC = 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC).

In the figure (i) given below, O is the centre of the circle. Prove that ∠AOC = 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC). Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ABC,

∠ACB + ∠BAC + ∠ABC = 180°
∠ABC = 180° - (∠ACB + ∠BAC) .....(i)

In the circle arc AC subtends Reflex ∠AOC at centre and ∠ABC at remaining part of the circle.

∴ Reflex ∠AOC = 2∠ABC (∵ angle subtended on centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of the circle.)

From (i)

Reflex ∠AOC = 2(180° - (∠ACB + ∠BAC))

We know

Reflex ∠AOC = 360° - ∠AOC.

or,

360° - ∠AOC = 2(180° - (∠ACB + ∠BAC))
360° -∠AOC = 360° - 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC)
∠AOC = 360° - (360° - 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC))
∠AOC = 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC).

Hence, proved that ∠AOC = 2(∠ACB + ∠BAC).

4(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of the circle. Prove that x + y = z.

In the figure (ii) given below, O is the centre of the circle. Prove that x + y = z. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠BEC = ∠BDC (∵ angles in same segment are equal)

Arc BC subtends ∠BOC at the centre and ∠BEC at the remaining part of the circle.

∴ ∠BOC = 2∠BEC (∵ angle subtended on centre is double the angle subtended at remaining part of the circle.)

⇒ ∠BOC = ∠BEC + ∠BEC = ∠BEC + ∠BDC

⇒ ∠BOC = ∠BEC + ∠BDC .....(i)

In △OBE,

⇒ ∠EOD = ∠EBO + ∠BEO ....(ii) (∵ exterior angle is equal to the sum of two opposite interior angles.)

From figure,

∠EBO = ∠EBD and ∠BEO = ∠BEC and Exterior angle ∠EOD = y.

Putting these values in eqn (ii) we get,

⇒ y = ∠EBD + ∠BEC
⇒ ∠BEC = y - ∠EBD .....(iii)

In △ABD,

∠BDC = ∠BAD + ∠ABD ....(iv) (∵ exterior angle is equal to the sum of two opposite interior angles.)

From figure,

∠ABD = ∠EBD and ∠BAD = x.

Putting these values in eqn (iv) we get,

∠BDC = x + ∠EBD ......(v)

Putting value of ∠BEC and ∠BDC from eqn (iii) and (v) respectively in (i) we get,

⇒ ∠BOC = ∠BEC + ∠BDC
⇒ ∠BOC = y - ∠EBD + x + ∠EBD
⇒ ∠BOC = x + y

From figure,

∠BOC = z.

∴ z = x + y.

Hence, proved that x + y = z.

5(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, AB is diameter of a circle. If DC is parallel to AB and ∠CAB = 25°, find (i) ∠ADC (ii) ∠DAC.

In the figure (i) given below, AB is diameter of a circle. If DC is parallel to AB and ∠CAB = 25°, find (i) ∠ADC (ii) ∠DAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) Join AD.

In the figure (i) given below, AB is diameter of a circle. If DC is parallel to AB and ∠CAB = 25°, find (i) ∠ADC (ii) ∠DAC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

From figure,

∠BDC = ∠BAC = 25°. (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∠ADB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle = 90°.)

∠ADC = ∠ADB + ∠BDC = 90° + 25° = 115°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADC = 115°.

(ii) ∠ACD = ∠CAB = 25° (∵ alternate angles are equal)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ADC,

⇒ ∠ADC + ∠DAC + ∠ACD = 180°
⇒ 115° + ∠DAC + 25° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAC + 140° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAC = 180° - 140° = 40°.

Hence, the value of ∠DAC = 40°.

5(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, sides AB and DC of a cyclic quadrilateral are produced to meet at a point P and the sides AD and BC produced to meet at a point Q. If ∠ADC = 75° and ∠BPC = 50°, find ∠BAD and ∠CQD.

In the figure (ii) given below, sides AB and DC of a cyclic quadrilateral are produced to meet at a point P and the sides AD and BC produced to meet at a point Q. If ∠ADC = 75° and ∠BPC = 50°, find ∠BAD and ∠CQD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ADP,

⇒ ∠ADP + ∠DAP + ∠DPA = 180°
⇒ 75° + ∠DAP + 50° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAP + 125° = 180°
⇒ ∠DAP = 180° - 125° = 55°.

From figure,

∠BAD = ∠DAP = 55°.

In cyclic quadrilateral sum of opposite angles = 180°

In ABCD,

∴ ∠ADC + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ 75° + ∠CBA = 180°
⇒ ∠CBA = 180° - 75° = 105°.

In △ABQ,

⇒ ∠ABQ + ∠BAQ + ∠AQB = 180°

From figure, ∠BAQ = ∠BAD and ∠ABQ = ∠CBA or,

⇒ 105° + 55° + ∠AQB = 180°
⇒ ∠AQB + 160° = 180°
⇒ ∠AQB = 180° - 160° = 20°.

From figure,

∠CQD = ∠AQB = 20°.

Hence, the value of ∠BAD = 55° and ∠CQD = 20°.

6(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, ABDC is a cyclic quadrilateral. If AB = CD, prove that AD = BC.

In the figure (i) given below, ABDC is a cyclic quadrilateral. If AB = CD, prove that AD = BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join AC and BD.

In the figure (i) given below, ABDC is a cyclic quadrilateral. If AB = CD, prove that AD = BC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △ABD and △CBD,

AB = CD (Given)

BD = BD (Common side)

∠BAD = ∠BCD (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∴ △ABD ≅ △CBD. (By SSA axiom of congruency.)

∴ BC = AD (As corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent.)

Hence, proved that BC = AD.

6(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is an isosceles triangle with AB = AC. If ∠ABC = 50°, find ∠BDC and ∠BEC.

In the figure (ii) given below, ABC is an isosceles triangle with AB = AC. If ∠ABC = 50°, find ∠BDC and ∠BEC. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since, AB = AC.

Hence, in △ABC,

∠ACB = ∠ABC = 50°.

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ABC,

⇒ ∠ABC + ∠ACB + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ 50° + 50° + ∠BAC = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC + 100° = 180°
⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 100° = 80°.

From figure,

∠BDC = ∠BAC = 80° (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

In cyclic quadrilateral sum of opposite angles = 180°,

Hence in BDCE,

⇒ ∠BDC + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ 80° + ∠BEC = 180°
⇒ ∠BEC = 180° - 80° = 100°.

Hence, the value of ∠BDC = 80° and ∠BEC = 100°.

7Chapter Test

A point P is 13 cm from the centre of a circle. The length of the tangent drawn from P to the circle is 12 cm. Find the distance of P from the nearest point of the circle.

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Let T be the point of contact of the tangent from point P to the circle with centre O.

From figure,

A point P is 13 cm from the centre of a circle. The length of the tangent drawn from P to the circle is 12 cm. Find the distance of P from the nearest point of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

OT ⊥ PT (As tangent and radius from point of contact are perpendicular to each other.)

In right-angled triangle OPT

⇒ OP2 = OT2 + PT2
⇒ 132 = OT2 + 122
⇒ 169 - 144 = OT2
⇒ OT2 = 25
⇒ OT = 5 cm.

From figure,

⇒ OA = OT = 5 cm (Radius of the circle.)

⇒ PA = OP - OA = 13 - 5 = 8 cm.

Hence, the distance of P from the nearest point of circle = 8 cm.

8Chapter Test

Two circles touch each other internally. Prove that the tangents drawn to the two circles from any point on the common tangent are equal in length.

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Let two circles touch each other at point P and T is a point on common tangent as shown in the figure below:

Two circles touch each other internally. Prove that the tangents drawn to the two circles from any point on the common tangent are equal in length. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

As tangents drawn from an external point to a circle are equal in length.

From T, TA and TP are tangents to the circle with centre O'.

TA = TP .....(i)

From T, TB and TP are tangents to the circle with centre O.

TB = TP .....(ii)

From (i) and (ii),

TA = TB.

Hence, proved that tangents drawn to two circles from any point on common tangent are equal in length.

9Chapter Test

From a point outside a circle, with centre O, tangents PA and PB are drawn. Prove that

(i) ∠AOP = ∠BOP

(ii) OP is the perpendicular bisector of the chord AB.

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The figure is shown below:

From a point outside a circle, with centre O, tangents PA and PB are drawn. Prove that (i) ∠AOP = ∠BOP (ii) OP is the perpendicular bisector of the chord AB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

(i) In △AOP and △BOP,

OP = OP (Common sides)

OA = OB (Radius of the circle)

∠OAP = ∠OBP (Both are equal to 90° as tangents and radius on point of contact are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ △OAP ≅ △OBP (S.A.S. axiom of congruency)

(As Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent)

∴ ∠AOP = ∠BOP and ∠APO = ∠BPO.

Hence, proved that ∠AOP = ∠BOP.

(ii) In △APM and △BPM,

PM = PM (Common side)

∠APM = ∠BPM (Proved above)

AP = BP (∵ tangents from an exterior point to a circle are equal in length)

∴ △APM ≅ △BPM (S.A.S. axiom of congruency)

(Congruent parts of congruent triangles are congruent.)

∴ AM = BM and ∠AMP = ∠BMP

But ∠AMP + ∠BMP = 180°

∴ ∠AMP = ∠BMP = 90°.

Hence, proved that OP is perpendicular bisector of AB at M.

10(a)Chapter Test

The figure given below shows two circles with centres A, B and a transverse common tangent to these circles meet the straight line AB in C. Prove that :

AP : BQ = PC : CQ.

The figure given below shows two circles with centres A, B and a transverse common tangent to these circles meet the straight line AB in C. Prove that AP : BQ = PC : CQ. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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In △APC and △BQC

∠PCA = ∠QCB (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal)

∠APC = ∠BQC (∵ both are equal to 90 as radius and tangent to a circle at the point of contact are perpendicular to each other.)

∴ △APC ~ △BQC (By AA axiom of similarity)

Since triangles are similar hence the ratio of their corresponding sides are equal.

$\therefore \frac{AP}{BQ} = \frac{PC}{CQ}$

Hence, proved that AP : BQ = PC : CQ

10(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, PQ is a tangent to the circle with centre O and AB is a diameter of the circle. If QA is parallel to PO, prove that PB is tangent to the circle.

In the figure (ii) given below, PQ is a tangent to the circle with centre O and AB is a diameter of the circle. If QA is parallel to PO, prove that PB is tangent to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Join OQ as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, PQ is a tangent to the circle with centre O and AB is a diameter of the circle. If QA is parallel to PO, prove that PB is tangent to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △OAQ,

OA = OQ (Radius of the same circle.)

∠OAQ = ∠OQA.

Given QA || PO

∴ ∠OAQ = ∠POB (∵ corresponding angles are equal.)

and ∠OQA = ∠QOP (∵ alternate angles are equal.)

But ∠OAQ = ∠OQA,

∴ ∠POB = ∠QOP

Now in △OPQ and △OBP

OP = OP (Common sides)

OQ = OB (Radius of the same circle.)

∠QOP = ∠POB

∴ △OPQ ≅ △OBP (S.A.S. axiom of congruency)

As corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent,

∴ ∠OQP = ∠OBP

But ∠OQP = 90°

∴ ∠OBP = 90°

∴ PB is the tangent of the circle.

Hence, proved that PB is the tangent of the circle.

11Chapter Test

In the figure given below, two circles with centres A and B touch externally. PM is a tangent to the circle with centre A and QN is a tangent to the circle with centre B. If PM = 15 cm, QN = 12 cm, PA = 17 cm and QB = 13 cm, then find the distance between the centres A and B of the circles.

In the figure given below, two circles with centres A and B touch externally. PM is a tangent to the circle with centre A and QN is a tangent to the circle with centre B. If PM = 15 cm, QN = 12 cm, PA = 17 cm and QB = 13 cm, then find the distance between the centres A and B of the circles. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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Since radius and tangent at the point of contact of a circle are perpendicular to each other.

∴ ∠AMP = ∠BNQ = 90°.

In right angled triangle △AMP

    AP2 = AM2 + PM2 (By pythagoras theorem)
⇒ AM2 = AP2 - PM2
⇒ AM2 = 172 - 152
⇒ AM2 = 289 - 225
⇒ AM2 = 64
⇒ AM = $\sqrt{64}$
⇒ AM = 8 cm.

Similarly in right angled triangle △BNQ

    BQ2 = BN2 + NQ2 (By pythagoras theorem)
⇒ BN2 = BQ2 - NQ2
⇒ BN2 = 132 - 122
⇒ BN2 = 169 - 144
⇒ BN2 = 25
⇒ BN = $\sqrt{25}$
⇒ BN = 5 cm.

From figure the distance between A and B is equal to the sum of their radius = 8 + 5 = 13 cm.

12Chapter Test

Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PB = 7 cm, AB = 9 cm and PD = 6 cm, find CD.

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We know that,

If two chords of a circle intersect externally, then the products of the length of segments are equal.

From figure,

Two chords AB, CD of a circle intersect externally at a point P. If PB = 7 cm, AB = 9 cm and PD = 6 cm, find CD. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

PA.PB = PC.PD .....(i)

PA = PB + AB = 7 + 9 = 16 cm.

Putting values in equation (i) we get,

⇒ 16 × 7 = PC × 6
⇒ 112 = PC × 6
⇒ PC = $\frac{112}{6}$

⇒ PC = $\frac{56}{3}$.

From figure,

CD = PC - PD = $\frac{56}{3} - 6 = \frac{56 - 18}{3} = \frac{38}{3} = 12\frac{2}{3}.$

Hence, the value of CD = $12\frac{2}{3}$ cm.

13(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle with centre O meet at P. PT is tangent to the circle at T. If AP = 16 cm, AB = 12 cm and DP = 2 cm, find the length of PT and the radius of the circle.

In the figure (i) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle with centre O meet at P. PT is tangent to the circle at T. If AP = 16 cm, AB = 12 cm and DP = 2 cm, find the length of PT and the radius of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of the lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ PA.PB = PT2 .....(i)

From figure,

PB = PA - AB = 16 - 12 = 4 cm.

Putting values in equation (i),

16 x 4 = PT2
PT2 = 64
PT = $\sqrt{64}$ = 8 cm.

Join OT as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (i) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle with centre O meet at P. PT is tangent to the circle at T. If AP = 16 cm, AB = 12 cm and DP = 2 cm, find the length of PT and the radius of the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △OTP,

OT ⊥ TP (∵ tangents and radius at the point of contact are perpendicular to each other.)

In right angled triangle OTP,

OP2 = OT2 + PT2 (By pythagoras theorem)
(OD + DP)2 = OT2 + PT2

Since, OD = OT = radius of circle = r.

(r + 2)2 = r2 + 82
r2 + 4 + 4r = r2 + 64
r2 - r2 + 4r = 64 - 4
4r = 60
r = 15 cm.

Hence, the length of PT = 8 cm and radius of circle = 15 cm.

13(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle meet at P. If AB = 8 cm, BP = 6 cm and PD = 4 cm, find the radius of the circle. Also find the length of the tangent drawn from P to the circle.

In the figure (ii) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle meet at P. If AB = 8 cm, BP = 6 cm and PD = 4 cm, find the radius of the circle. Also find the length of the tangent drawn from P to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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We know that if a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of the lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ PA.PB = PT2 .....(i)

From figure,

PA = AB + PB = 8 + 6 = 14 cm.

Putting values in equation (i),

14 x 6 = PT2
PT2 = 84
PT = $\sqrt{84} = 2\sqrt{21}$ cm.

Joining OT as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (ii) given below, chord AB and diameter CD of a circle meet at P. If AB = 8 cm, BP = 6 cm and PD = 4 cm, find the radius of the circle. Also find the length of the tangent drawn from P to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

In △OTP,

OT ⊥ TP (∵ tangents and radius at a point of contact are perpendicular to each other.)

In right angled triangle OTP,

$$\begin{aligned}OP^2 = OT^2 + PT^2 (\text{By pythagoras theorem}) \\[1em] (OD + DP)^2 = OT^2 + PT^2 \\[1em]\end{aligned}$$

Since, OD = OT = radius of circle = r.

$$\begin{aligned}\Rightarrow (r + 4)^2 = r^2 + (\sqrt{84})^2 \\[1em] \Rightarrow r^2 + 16 + 8r = r^2 + 84 \\[1em] \Rightarrow r^2 - r^2 + 8r = 84 - 16 \\[1em] \Rightarrow 8r = 68 \\[1em] \Rightarrow r = \frac{68}{8} \\[1em] \Rightarrow r = 8.5 \text{ cm.}\end{aligned}$$

Hence, the radius of the circle = 8.5 cm and length of tangent = $2\sqrt{21}$ cm.

14Chapter Test

In the adjoining figure, chord AB and diameter PQ of a circle with centre O meet at X. If BX = 5 cm, OX = 10 cm and the radius of the circle is 6 cm, compute the length of AB. Also find the length of tangent drawn from X to the circle.

In the adjoining figure, chord AB and diameter PQ of a circle with centre O meet at X. If BX = 5 cm, OX = 10 cm and the radius of the circle is 6 cm, compute the length of AB. Also find the length of tangent drawn from X to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

OP = OQ = radius of circle = 6 cm.

XP = XO + OP = 10 + 6 = 16 cm.

XQ = XO - OQ = 10 - 6 = 4 cm.

We know that,

If two chords of a circle intersect externally, then the products of the length of segments are equal.

From figure,

XA $\times$ XB = XP $\times$ XQ

5 $\times$ XA = 16 $\times$ 4

XA = $\frac{64}{5}$ = 12.8 cm.

AB = XA - XB = 12.8 - 5 = 7.8 cm

Let XT be the tangent to the circle as shown in the figure below:

In the adjoining figure, chord AB and diameter PQ of a circle with centre O meet at X. If BX = 5 cm, OX = 10 cm and the radius of the circle is 6 cm, compute the length of AB. Also find the length of tangent drawn from X to the circle. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

We know that if a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of the lengths of the segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

∴ XP.XQ = XT2 .....(i)

XT2 = 16 x 4 = 64

XT = $\sqrt{64}$ = 8 cm.

Hence, the length of AB = 7.8 cm and length of tangent = 8 cm.

15(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, ∠CBP = 40°, ∠CPB = q° and ∠DAB = p°. Obtain an equation connecting p and q. If AC and BD meet at Q so that ∠AQD = 2q° and the points C, P, B and Q are concyclic, find the values of p and q.

In the figure (i) given below, ∠CBP = 40°, ∠CPB = q° and ∠DAB = p°. Obtain an equation connecting p and q. If AC and BD meet at Q so that ∠AQD = 2q° and the points C, P, B and Q are concyclic, find the values of p and q. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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From figure,

∠ADC = ∠CBP = 40°. (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △ADP,

∠DAP + ∠APD + ∠ADP = 180°

From figure, ∠ADP = ∠ADC = 40°.

⇒ p° + q° + 40° = 180°
⇒ p° + q° = 180° - 40°
⇒ p° + q° = 140° .....(i)

Join AC and BD as shown in the figure below:

In the figure (i) given below, ∠CBP = 40°, ∠CPB = q° and ∠DAB = p°. Obtain an equation connecting p and q. If AC and BD meet at Q so that ∠AQD = 2q° and the points C, P, B and Q are concyclic, find the values of p and q. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

∠CQB = ∠AQD = 2q° (∵ vertically opposite angles are equal.)

Given C, P, B, Q are concyclic.

∴ ∠CPB + ∠CQB = 180°
⇒ q° + 2q° = 180°
⇒ 3q° = 180°
⇒ q° = 60°.

Putting value of q in equation (i) we get,

⇒ p° + 60° = 140°
⇒ p° = 140° - 60° = 80°.

Hence, the value of p = 80 and q = 60 and the relation between p and q is p + q = 140.

15(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, AC is a diameter of the circle with centre O. If CD || BE, ∠AOB = 130° and ∠ACE = 20°, find :

(i) ∠BEC

(ii) ∠ACB

(iii) ∠BCD

(iv) ∠CED.

In the figure (ii) given below, AC is a diameter of the circle with centre O. If CD || BE, ∠AOB = 130° and ∠ACE = 20°, find (i) ∠BEC (ii) ∠ACB (iii) ∠BCD (iv) ∠CED. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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∠AOB = 130°.

∠AOB + ∠BOC = 180° (∵ these angles form linear pair.)

130° + ∠BOC = 180°
∠BOC = 180° - 130° = 50°.

(i) Arc BC subtends ∠BOC at the centre and ∠BEC at the remaining part of the circle.

∠BOC = 2∠BEC (∵ angle subtended on centre is twice the angle subtended on the remaining part of the circle).

⇒ 50° = 2∠BEC
⇒ ∠BEC = $\frac{50°}{2} = 25°.$

Hence, the value of ∠BEC = 25°.

(ii) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠ACB at the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠AOB = 2∠ACB (∵ angle subtended on centre is twice the angle subtended on the remaining part of the circle).

⇒ 130° = 2∠ACB

⇒ ∠ACB = $\frac{130°}{2} = 65°.$

Hence, the value of ∠ACB = 65°.

(iii) Given, CD || EB,

∠ECD = ∠CEB = 25°. (∵ alternate angles are equal.)

From figure,

∠BCD = ∠ACB + ∠ACE + ∠ECD = 65° + 20° + 25° = 110°.

Hence, the value of ∠BCD = 110°.

(iv) EBCD is a cyclic quadrilateral hence the sum of opposite interior angles = 180°.

∴ ∠BED + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ ∠BEC + ∠CED + ∠BCD = 180°
⇒ 25° + ∠CED + 110° = 180°
⇒ ∠CED + 135° = 180°
⇒ ∠CED = 180° - 135° = 45°.

Hence, the value of ∠CED = 45°.

16Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, chords AB, BC and CD of a circle with center O are equal. If ∠BCD = 120°, find

(i) ∠BDC

(ii) ∠BEC

(iii) ∠AEB

(iv) ∠AOB.

Hence, prove that △OAB is equilateral.

In the figure (i) given below, chords AB, BC and CD of a circle with center O are equal. If ∠BCD = 120°, find (i) ∠BDC (ii) ∠BEC (iii) ∠AEB (iv) ∠AOB. Hence, prove that △OAB is equilateral. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) In △BCD, BC = CD

∴ ∠CBD = ∠BDC (∵ angles opposite to equal sides are equal.)

Since sum of angles in a triangle = 180°.

In △BCD,

∠BCD + ∠CBD + ∠CDB = 180°
⇒ 120° + ∠CBD + ∠CBD = 180°
⇒ 120° + 2∠CBD = 180°
⇒ 2∠CBD = 180° - 120°
⇒ ∠CBD = $\frac{60°}{2}$ = 30°.

As ∠CBD = ∠BDC,

∴ ∠BDC = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠BDC = 30°.

(ii) From figure,

∠BDC = ∠BEC (∵ angles in same segment are equal.)

∴ ∠BEC = 30°

Hence, the value of ∠BEC = 30°.

(iii) Given AB = CB

∴ ∠BEC = ∠AEB (∵ equal chords subtend equal angles.)

∴ ∠AEB = 30°

Hence, the value of ∠AEB = 30°.

(iv) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠AEB at the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠AOB = 2∠AEB (∵ angle subtended on centre is twice the angle subtended on the remaining part of the circle).

⇒ ∠AOB = 2 × 30°
⇒ ∠AOB = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 60°.

17(a)Chapter Test

In the figure (i) given below, AB and XY are diameters of a circle with centre O. If ∠APX = 30°, find

(i) ∠AOX

(ii) ∠APY

(iii) ∠BPY

(iv) ∠OAX.

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(i) Arc AX subtends ∠AOX at the centre and ∠APX at the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠AOX = 2∠APX (∵ angle subtended on centre is twice the angle subtended on the remaining part of the circle).

⇒ ∠AOX = 2 × 30°
⇒ ∠AOX = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOX = 60°.

(ii) From figure,

∠XPY = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle = 90°.)

∴ ∠APY = ∠XPY - ∠APX = 90° - 30° = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠APY = 60°.

(iii) From figure,

∠APB = 90° (∵ angle in semicircle = 90°.)

∴ ∠BPY = ∠APB - ∠APY = 90° - 60° = 30°.

Hence, the value of ∠BPY = 30°.

(iv) In △AOX,

OA = OX (Radius of the same circle.)

∴ ∠OAX = ∠OXA

Since sum of angles of a triangle = 180°

∴ ∠AOX + ∠OAX + ∠OXA = 180°
⇒ 60° + ∠OAX + ∠OAX = 180°
⇒ 2∠OAX = 180° - 60°
⇒ 2∠OAX = 120°
⇒ ∠OAX = 60°.

Hence, the value of ∠OAX = 60°.

17(b)Chapter Test

In the figure (ii) given below, AP and BP are tangents to the circle with centre O. If ∠CBP = 25° and ∠CAP = 40°, find

(i) ∠ADB

(ii) ∠AOB

(iii) ∠ACB

(iv) ∠APB.

In the figure (ii) given below, AP and BP are tangents to the circle with centre O. If ∠CBP = 25° and ∠CAP = 40°, find (i) ∠ADB (ii) ∠AOB (iii) ∠ACB (iv) ∠APB. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.
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(i) ∠CDB = ∠CBP (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

∴ ∠CDB = 25° ....(i)

Similarly, ∠CDA = ∠CAP = 40° (∵ angles in alternate segments are equal.)

∴ ∠ADB = ∠CDA + ∠CDB = 40° + 25° = 65°.

Hence, the value of ∠ADB = 65°.

(ii) Arc AB subtends ∠AOB at the centre and ∠ADB at the remaining part of the circle.

⇒ ∠AOB = 2∠ADB (As angle subtended on centre is twice the angle subtended on the remaining part of the circle).

⇒ ∠AOB = 2 × 65°
⇒ ∠AOB = 130°.

Hence, the value of ∠AOB = 130°.

(iii) ACBD is a cyclic quadrilateral.

∴ ∠ACB + ∠ADB = 180° (∵ sum of opposite angles = 180°.)

⇒ ∠ACB + 65° = 180°
⇒ ∠ACB = 180° - 65° = 115°.

Hence, the value of ∠ACB = 115°.

(iv) From figure,

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠APB = 180°
⇒ 130° + ∠APB = 180°
⇒ ∠APB = 180° - 130° = 50°.

Hence, the value of ∠APB = 50°.

18Chapter Test

In the given figure AC is the diameter of the circle with center O. CD is parallel to BE. ∠AOB = 80° and ∠ACE = 20°. Calculate :

(a) ∠BEC

(b) ∠BCD

(c) ∠CED

In the given figure AC is the diameter of the circle with center O. CD is parallel to BE. ICSE 2025 Maths Solved Question Paper.
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(a) Join AE.

In the given figure AC is the diameter of the circle with center O. CD is parallel to BE. ICSE 2025 Maths Solved Question Paper.

We know that,

The angle subtended by a chord at the centre is twice the angle subtended on the circumference.

∴ ∠AOB = 2∠AEB

⇒ 80° = 2∠AEB

⇒ ∠AEB = $\frac{80°}{2}$ = 40°.

We know that,

Angle in a semi-circle is a right angle.

⇒ ∠AEC = 90°

From figure,

⇒ ∠BEC = ∠AEC - ∠AEB = 90° - 40° = 50°.

Hence, ∠BEC = 50°.

(b) From figure,

⇒ ∠ECD = ∠CEB = 50° (Alternate angles are equal)

We know that,

The angle subtended by a chord at the centre is twice the angle subtended on the circumference.

⇒ ∠AOB = 2∠BCA

⇒ 80° = 2∠BCA

⇒ ∠BCA = $\frac{80}{2}$ = 40°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠BCD = ∠BCA + ∠ACE + ∠ECD = 40° + 20° + 50° = 110°.

Hence, ∠BCD = 110°.

(c) As sum of opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral = 180°.

⇒ ∠BED + ∠BCD = 180°

⇒ ∠BED = 180° - ∠BCD = 180° - 110° = 70°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠BED = ∠BEC + ∠CED

⇒ 70° = 50° + ∠CED

⇒ ∠CED = 70° - 50° = 20°.

Hence, ∠CED = 20°.

19Chapter Test

In the given figure (drawn not to scale) chords AD and BC intersect at P, where AB = 9 cm, PB = 3 cm and PD = 2 cm.

(a) Prove that △ APB ~ △ CPD

(b) Find the length of CD

(c) Find area △ APB : area △ CPD.

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(a) In △ APB and △ CPD,

⇒ ∠APB = ∠CPD (Vertically opposite angles are equal)

⇒ ∠BAP = ∠DCP (Angles in same segment are equal)

∴ △ APB ~ △ CPD (By A.A. axiom)

Hence, proved that △ APB ~ △ CPD.

(b) We know that,

Corresponding sides of similar triangles are proportional.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{CD}{AB} = \frac{PD}{PB} \\[1em] \Rightarrow \frac{CD}{9} = \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = 9 \times \frac{2}{3} \\[1em] \Rightarrow CD = 6\text{ cm}.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, CD = 6 cm.

(c) We know that,

Ratio of area of similar triangles is equal to the ratio of square of the corresponding sides.

$$\begin{aligned}\therefore \frac{\text{Area of △APB}}{\text{Area of △CPD}} = \frac{PB^2}{PD^2} \\[1em] = \frac{3^2}{2^2} \\[1em] = \frac{9}{4} \\[1em] = 9 : 4.\end{aligned}$$

Hence, area △ APB : area △ CPD = 9 : 4.

20Chapter Test

In the given figure PT is a tangent to the circle. Chord BA produced meets the tangent PT at P. Given PT = 20 cm and PA = 16 cm.

(a) Prove △ PTB ~ △ PAT

(b) Find the length of AB.

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(a) In △ PTB and △ PAT,

⇒ ∠PTA = ∠PBT (Alternate segment theorem)

⇒ ∠TPA = ∠BPT (Common angle)

∴ △ PTB ~ △ PAT (By A.A. axiom)

Hence, proved that △ PTB ~ △ PAT.

(b) We know that,

If a chord and a tangent intersect externally, then the product of the lengths of segments of the chord is equal to the square of the length of the tangent from the point of contact to the point of intersection.

⇒ PA × PB = PT2

⇒ PA × (PA + AB) = PT2

⇒ 16 × (16 + AB) = 202

⇒ 16 × (16 + AB) = 400

⇒ 16 + AB = 25

⇒ AB = 25 - 16 = 9 cm.

Hence, AB = 9 cm.

21Chapter Test

Prove that any four vertices of a regular pentagon are concyclic.

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Let the regular pentagon be ABCDE.

Prove that any four vertices of a regular pentagon are concylic. Circles, ML Aggarwal Understanding Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 10.

Since it's regular, and all interior angles are equal to 108°.

∴ ∠ABC = ∠BCD = ∠CDE = ∠DEA = ∠EAB

Interior angle of a regular polygon is given by :

$\frac{n - 2}{n} \times 180°$

So, each interior angle of a regular pentagon = $\frac{5 - 2}{5} \times 180° = \frac{3}{5} \times 180°$ - 108°.

In triangle AED,

AE = ED [Sides of a regular pentagon are equal]

∴ ∠EAD = ∠EDA [Angles opposite to equal sides are equal] ......(1)

⇒ ∠AED + ∠EAD + ∠EDA = 180°

⇒ 108° + ∠EAD + ∠EAD = 180°

⇒ 2∠EAD = 180° - 108°

⇒ 2∠EAD = 72°

⇒ ∠EAD = $\frac{72°}{2}$

⇒ ∠EAD = 36°

∴ ∠EDA = 36°.

From figure,

⇒ ∠BAD = ∠BAE - ∠EAD = 108° - 36° = 72°.

In quadrilateral ABCD,

∠BAD + ∠BCD = 72° + 108° = 180°.

Since, sum of opposite angles = 180°,

which is possible when the quadrilateral is cyclic quadrilateral.

Hence, proved that any four vertices of a regular pentagon are concylic.

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