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If two circles are concentric and a chord of the larger circle is tangent to the smaller circle, prove that the point of tangency is the midpoint of the chord.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337614085

Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Chapter6: Circles

Section6.4: Some Constructions And Inequalities For The Circle

Problem 38E: Prove: In a circle containing two unequal chords, the longer chord corresponds to the larger central...

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4. If two circles are concentric and a chord of the larger circle is
tangent to the smaller circle, prove that the point of tangency is
the midpoint of the chord.

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