Find the length of this line associated with a circle

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The discussion focuses on calculating the length of a line segment (denoted as 'a') between points P1 and P2 associated with a circle, using the radius 'r' and angle 'A'. The key insight is that triangle 0P1P2 is a right-angled triangle, which allows for the application of trigonometric principles to derive the length of 'a'. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the relationship between the radius, angle, and the properties of right triangles in circular geometry.

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I am struck in a place where i have to find length of a line(a in fig i.e between P1 and P2) in the form of r and Angle A.
Refer to the figure:
All information available are r,O,P2,and A.
 

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hi waqarrashid33! :smile:

(try using the X2 button just above the Reply box :wink:)

hint: 0P1P2 is a right-angled triangle, and angle P10P2 = … ? :smile:
 

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