Intersecting Chord Theorem (Chords, Angles, Arcs)

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What is the Intersecting Chord Theorem?

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The Intersecting Chord Theorem states that if two chords intersect each other inside a circle, the products of the lengths of the segments of each chord are equal. That is, if two chords AB and CD intersect at point E, then AE * EB = CE * ED.

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How do you find the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords?

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To find the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords, you can use the formula: m∠ = (arc1 + arc2) / 2, where arc1 and arc2 are the measures of the arcs intercepted by the angle.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.2

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What is the relationship between the angles formed by intersecting chords?

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The angles formed by intersecting chords are related to the arcs they intercept. Specifically, the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords is equal to half the sum of the measures of the arcs intercepted by the angle.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.2

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If two chords intersect inside a circle, how can you express the lengths of the segments?

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If two chords AB and CD intersect at point E, the lengths of the segments can be expressed as AE, EB, CE, and ED. According to the Intersecting Chord Theorem, AE * EB = CE * ED.

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What is the formula to calculate the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords?

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The formula to calculate the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords is: m∠ = (mArc1 + mArc2) / 2.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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How do you determine the value of x in an intersecting chords problem?

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To determine the value of x in an intersecting chords problem, set up an equation based on the Intersecting Chord Theorem or the angle relationships, and solve for x.

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What is the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting chords if the intercepted arcs measure 80º and 120º?

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The measure of the angle is (80º + 120º) / 2 = 100º.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.2

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If m∠PRQ = 51°, what can you infer about the intercepted arcs?

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If m∠PRQ = 51°, then the measure of the intercepted arcs can be calculated using the formula: mArc1 + mArc2 = 2 * m∠PRQ, which gives mArc1 + mArc2 = 102°.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.2

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What is the significance of the Intersecting Chord Theorem in solving geometry problems?

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The Intersecting Chord Theorem is significant because it provides a method to relate the lengths of segments of intersecting chords and the measures of angles formed, which is essential for solving various geometry problems involving circles.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.2

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How can you apply the Intersecting Chord Theorem to find unknown lengths?

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You can apply the Intersecting Chord Theorem by setting up an equation based on the theorem's principle (AE * EB = CE * ED) and solving for the unknown length.