Mathematics
Mathematics
Problem
In a circle with centre , chord subtends an angle of at the centre. Point lies on the remaining arc . Find .Intuitive explanation
The key insight is the inscribed angle theorem: an angle inscribed in a circle (vertex on the circle, sides as chords) is always half the central angle that subtends the same arc. Here, the central angle subtends the minor arc , and point sits on the major arc. The angle "sees" that same minor arc from the circle's edge, so it must be half the central angle.
Intuitive explanation
The key insight is the inscribed angle theorem: an angle inscribed in a circle (vertex on the circle, sides as chords) is always half the central angle that subtends the same arc. Here, the central angle subtends the minor arc , and point sits on the major arc. The angle "sees" that same minor arc from the circle's edge, so it must be half the central angle.