WAEC Mathematics 2022 Question 35

Question 35

Circle Theorems

The diagram shows triangle PQR inscribed in a circle. PS is a tangent to the circle at P. Find ∠PRQ.

Diagram for this question
  1. A.49°
  2. B.58°
  3. C.73°
  4. D.131°
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Answer: A (49°)

Explanation

By the alternate segment theorem ∠PQR = ∠RPS = 73°. With ∠QPR = 58°, ∠PRQ = 180° − 58° − 73° = 49°.