Chords and of a circle have different lengths such that .

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Mathematics · Circles · Circles

Problem

Chords PQPQ and RSRS of a circle have different lengths such that PQ>RSPQ > RS. (i) Without using any numerical values, explain which chord is closer to the centre of the circle and give a reason for your answer. (ii) Describe how the distance of a chord from the centre changes when the length of the chord increases or decreases.

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