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Find x in picture below. a. 4 b. 6 c.12
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Find x in picture below.
a. 4
b. 6
c.12

Find x in picture below. a. 4 b. 6 c.12-example-1
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Answer:

C.12

Explanation:

Apply the formula for tangent-secant

Let the cord length inside the circle to be y

According to the tangent-secant relation

(3+y)/6 = 6/3

cross multiply

3(3+y)=6*6

9+3y=36

3y=36-9

3y=27

y=27/3

y=9

Distance x = y+3

x=9+3=12

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