Mathematics
ABC is a triangle. In order to draw a tangent PQ to the circle at point A, the angle BAQ is drawn equal to :
∠BAC
∠BCA
∠ABC
∠PAC
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Answer
We know that,
The angle between a tangent and a chord through the point of contact is equal to an angle in the alternate segment.
∴ ∠BAQ = ∠BCA.
Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.
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