Geometry: Circular Arcs Length
XAT 2016 · Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation · Medium · Quantitative Ability
In the figure below, two circular curves y and x create 60° and 90° angles with their respective centres. If the length of the bottom curve Y is , find the length of the other curve.
- A.
15π/√2
- B.
20π√2/3
- C.
60π/√2
- D.
20π/3
- E.
15π
Answer
A
Explanation
Curve Y subtends at its center with radius . Length of arc . The chord length . Curve X subtends at its center with radius . Chord . Length of arc .
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