Mathematics
Draw a circle of radius 5 cm. Draw two tangents to this circle so that the angle between tangents is 45°.
Answer
Steps of Construction :
Draw a circle with center O, radius = 5 cm and BC as diameter.
Draw arcs making an angle of 135° (180° - 45°) at O such that ∠AOB = 135°.
At A and B, draw two rays making an angle of 90° at each point which meet other at point P.
Hence, AP and BP are required tangents making an angle of 45° with each other.
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