Find locus of midpoint in circle intersections

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The discussion focuses on finding the locus of the midpoint of a line segment PAQ, where points P and Q lie on two intersecting circles at points A and B. The user has attempted to use geometric properties, specifically the relationship between the centers of the circles and the midpoints, to establish that the midpoint M of PAQ lies at point A when OM is perpendicular to PAQ. The conversation highlights the need for further exploration of geometric constructions and properties to advance the solution.

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Two circles intersect at points A and B. PAQ is a straight line such that points P and Q lie on the two circles. Find the locus of the midpoint of PAQ
 
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Please, tell us what you have done so far in solving the problem. :)
 
I have tride with saying that if c and d are the centres of the circle and o is its midpoint of CD then by structure as well as by sense we can feel that M is midpoint of PAQ where OA = OM. thus midpoint lies at A when OM is perpendicular to PAQ. these are basic construction properties which i have noted in middle school. but cannot proceed furhter. any other way or modification to this
 

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