0580/11 May/Jun 2024, Question 17: Parts of a Circle
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 11 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks
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The question, in short
For a circle with centre O and point P on it, name the line OP and draw a tangent at P.
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Part (a) · 1 mark
State the mathematical name for the line segment OP.
- 1OP joins the centre to the circle: radius
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Part (b) · 1 mark
Draw a tangent line touching the circle at point P.
- 1Use a ruler to draw a straight line through P at 90° to OP (a tangent is perpendicular to the radius)
AnswerRuled line drawn through P perpendicular to OP
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