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In the figure, PQRS is a circle. If chords QR and RS are equal, calculate the value of x



In the figure, PQRS is a circle. If chords QR and RS are equal, calculate the value of x
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  • A 80o
  • B 60o
  • C 45o
  • D 40o
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
SRT is a straight line, where QRT = 120
SRQ = 180o - 120o = 60o - (angle on a straight line)
also angle QRS = 180o - 100o (angle on a straight line) . In angles where QR = SR and angle SRQ = 60o
x = 100 - 60 = 40o

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