In a circle of radius

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · GCSE · Mathematics · Geometry and Measures · Geometry and Measures

Problem

In a circle of radius 10 cm10\,\text{cm}, the length of chord PQPQ is 12 cm12\,\text{cm}. What is the distance of the chord from the centre of the circle? (a) 4 cm4\,\text{cm} (b) 6 cm6\,\text{cm} (c) 8 cm8\,\text{cm} (d) 6.6 cm6.6\,\text{cm}

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