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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: POLYGONS AND TANGENCY Objective Question

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To draw a tangent to a circle from any given point on its circumference, what specific angle must be constructed from the point where the radius meets the circumference?
Options
A 30º
B 45º
C 60º
D 90º
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 11, step 2, instructs: 'Construct an angle 90° from the point where the radius crosses the circumference.' This directly applies the principle that a tangent is perpendicular to the radius at the point of tangency.

Hint

Check 'To Draw Tangent to a Circle from any Point on the Circumference' on page 11, especially step 2.

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