alleryTwo secants from P cut a circle: first outer x,inner 7; second outer 3,whole 10 cm. x?
A2 cm
B5 cm
C10 cm
D3 cm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 3 cm
The positive length solves x(x+7)=30, giving x=3 cm.
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