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The chord ST of a circle is equal to the radius r of the circle. Find the length of arc ST

The chord ST of a circle is equal to the radius r of the circle. Find the length of arc ST
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  • A \(\frac{\pi r}{3}\)
  • B \(\frac{\pi r}{2}\)
  • C \(\frac{\pi r}{12}\)
  • D \(\frac{\pi r}{6}\)
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:

\(\frac{ \frac{r}{2}}{r}\) Sin \(\theta\) = \(\frac{1}{2}\)

\(\theta\) = sin\(^{-1}\) (\(\frac{1}{2}\)) = 30\(^o\) = 60\(^o\)

Length of arc (minor)

ST = \(\frac{\theta}{360}\) x 2\(\pi r\)

\(\frac{60}{360} \times 2 \pi \times r = \frac{\pi}{3}\)

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