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Mathematics — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
In the given figure, if PT is a tangent to a circle with centre O and $\angle TPO = 35°$, then the measure of $\angle x$ is :
  1. A $110°$
  2. B $115°$
  3. C $120°$
  4. D $125°$
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Model Answer

(D) 125°

Since OT ⊥ PT (radius ⊥ tangent), ∠OTP = 90°. In △OTP, ∠TOP = 180° − 90° − 35° = 55°. So ∠x = 180° − 55° = 125° (linear pair / reflex consideration: x = 90° + 35° = 125°).

Explanation

Key facts: (1) Tangent ⊥ radius at point of contact, so ∠OTP = 90°. (2) Angle sum in △OTP gives ∠POT = 55°. (3) Angle x (the obtuse/reflex angle at O on the other side) = 180° − 55° = 125°. Examiners expect you to use Theorem 10.1 and the angle-sum property of a triangle.

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