A circle with centre has a chord

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

Problem

A circle with centre OO has a chord ABAB. The point MM is the midpoint of ABAB. (i) Prove that OMOM is perpendicular to ABAB. (Give a logical sequence of statements and reasons.) (ii) If OA=8 cmOA = 8\,\text{cm} and AB=10 cmAB = 10\,\text{cm}, calculate the length of OMOM to the nearest millimetre.

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