SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 32

SSC CGL Tier II - Quant - 16 Nov 2020 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q32

In a circle, O is the centre of the circle, Chords AB and CD intersect at P. If ∠AOD = 32º and ∠COB = 26º, then the measure of ∠APD lies between:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 26º and 30º

 

 ∠ABD = 1/2 ×  ∠AOD = 1/2 × 32 = 16°

 ∠COB = 1/2 ×  ∠CDB = 1/2 × 26 = 13°.

 ∠DPB = 180 -  ∠PDB -  ∠PBD

 ∠DPB = 180 - 13 - 16 = 151°.

 ∠APD +  ∠BPD = 180

 ∠APD = 180 - 151 = 29°.