In a circle with centre O, an arc ABC subtends an angle of 136° at the centre of the circle. The chord AB is produced to a point P. Then ∠CBP is equal to?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 68°.
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Angle subtended by a chord at centre is double the angle subtended by same chord at circumference of the circle. |
Given ∠AOC = 136° Hence. ∠ADC = 136/2 = 68° |
Since ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral ∠CBP = ∠ADC = 68° |