Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

In a circle with centre OO, chord ABAB subtends an angle of 130∘130^{\circ} at the centre. Point CC lies on the remaining arc ABAB. Find ∠ACB\angle ACB.
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 ∠AOB=130°\angle AOB = 130° subtends the minor arc ABAB, and point CC sits on the major arc. The angle ∠ACB\angle ACB "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 ∠AOB=130°\angle AOB = 130° subtends the minor arc ABAB, and point CC sits on the major arc. The angle ∠ACB\angle ACB "sees" that same minor arc from the circle's edge, so it must be half the central angle.

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