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Topic 8 (Arcs)

December 8, 2014 By Ms. Bruno

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Today we looked at three types of angles that intercept arcs in circles.

 

The first angle is a central angle – an angle formed by two radii

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a central angle is equal to its intercepted arc

 

An inscribed angle – an angle formed by two chords with its vertex on the edge of the circle

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an inscribed angle is equal to one half of its intercepted arc

 

A tangent chord angle is an angle formed by a tangent and a chord

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a tangent chord angle is equal to one half of its intercepted arc

 

Classwork and Homework:

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About Ms. Bruno

Ms. Bruno has been an Assistant Principal at Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design since 2009. She oversees the departments of Science, Mathematics, Architecture and Design (Career and Technical Education (CTE)), Physical Education and Health. She can be reached at 718-388-1260 ext. 2080, or bruno@whsad.org.

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