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Angle of Intersecting Secants Theorem

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Key Definition

If two lines intersect outside a circle, then the measure of an angle formed by the two lines is one half the positive difference of the measures of the intercepted arcs.

Important Notes

The theorem applies to lines intersecting outside a circle.
The intercepted arcs are created by the lines intersecting the circle.

Mathematical Notation

$\angle CAE$ denotes the angle formed at the point of intersection.

Remember to use proper notation when solving problems.

Why It Works

This theorem works because the angles formed by intersecting secants are related to the arcs they intercept on the circle.

Remember

You can use this theorem to calculate unknown angles when given intercepted arcs.

Quick Reference

Theorem Formula:$\angle CAE = \frac{1}{2}\lvert arc CE - arc BD \rvert$

Understanding Angle of Intersecting Secants Theorem

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Beginner Explanation

The formula $\angle CAE = \frac{1}{2}(arc CE - arc BD)$ can be used to find the measure of an angle formed by two intersecting secants.

Practice Problems

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Beginner

Assume secants intersect at point A outside the circle, one secant passing through points C and E (forming arc CE), and the other through points B and D (forming arc BD). Given $arc CE = 88°$ and $arc BD = 28°$, what is the measure of $\angle CAE$?

Real-World Problem

Question Exercise

Intermediate

Baseball Field Scenario

A baseball field has a shape resembling a circle. Two lines are drawn from the home plate to first base and third base, intersecting the circle at points C and E for one secant (arc CE) and at points B and D for the other secant (arc BD). If $arc CE = 120°$ and $arc BD = 90°$, what is the angle at the home plate?

Advanced Challenge

Thinking Exercise

Advanced

Think About This

Suppose two secants intersect at point A outside a circle, one secant passing through points C and E (forming arc CE) and the other through points B and D (forming arc BD). An angle formed at A is 45°, and $arc BD = 60°$. What is the measure of arc CE?

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