Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Circle theorems I

Circle theorems I — practice question

A, B, C and D lie on a circle. ADX and BCX are straight lines. $\angle BAD = x^\circ$ and $\angle DCX = y^\circ$.
(a)[2]

Explain why $x = y$. For every statement you write, include a geometrical justification.

(b)[2]

Show that triangles $ABX$ and $CDX$ are similar.

(c(i))[3]

Find the value of $BC$.

(c(ii))[1]

Complete the sentence. The ratio area of triangle $ABX$ : area of triangle $CDX$ = .......... : 1.

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