Mathematics
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
60°
45°
30°
15°
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Answer
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 = = 30°.
Hence, Option 3 is the correct option.
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