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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: POLYGONS AND TANGENCY Objective Question

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When constructing a common cross tangent to two unequal circles with radii R and r (page 16), what specific radius is used for the circle drawn from the center of the larger circle (O) to cut the semi-circle at B?
Options
A R - r
B R
C r
D R + r
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 16, step 4 states: 'Draw a circle centre O with radius (R+r) to cut semi-circle at B.'

Hint

Review step 4 for 'To Construct a Cross Tangent to Two UNEqual Circles' on page 16.

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