In circle O, PA and PB are tangent segments from point P. A P 1. If OA=6 cm and 2. If OP =13 cm and %3D %3D PA=8 cm, find OP. PA=12 cm, find OA.

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Chapter6: Circles
Section6.3: Line And Segment Relationships In The Circle
Problem 40E: Circles O, P, and Q are tangent as shown at points X, Y, and Z. Being as specific as possible,...
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In circle O, PA and PB are tangent segments from point P.
A
P.
B
1. If OA=6 cm and
2. If OP = 13 cm and
%3D
PA=8 cm, find OP.
PA=12 cm, find OA.
In circle A, BC is tangen
to the circle.
Transcribed Image Text:In circle O, PA and PB are tangent segments from point P. A P. B 1. If OA=6 cm and 2. If OP = 13 cm and %3D PA=8 cm, find OP. PA=12 cm, find OA. In circle A, BC is tangen to the circle.
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