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Summary

Summary of Quadratic Equations

  • A quadratic equation is of the form ax² + bx + c = 0, where a, b, c are real numbers and a ≠ 0.
  • A real number α is a root of the equation if aα² + bα + c = 0.
  • The roots can be found by factorizing the equation into linear factors.
  • Quadratic Formula: The roots are given by x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a).
  • Nature of roots based on the discriminant D = b² - 4ac:
    • Two distinct real roots if D > 0.
    • Two equal roots if D = 0.
    • No real roots if D < 0.

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the standard form of a quadratic equation: ax² + bx + c = 0.
  • Identify the roots of a quadratic equation using the quadratic formula.
  • Determine the nature of the roots based on the discriminant (b² - 4ac).
  • Factorize quadratic equations to find their roots.
  • Apply quadratic equations to solve real-life problems, such as area and age problems.
  • Recognize the significance of quadratic equations in various mathematical contexts.

Detailed Notes

Quadratic Equations

Introduction

  • A quadratic equation in the variable x is of the form ax² + bx + c = 0, where a, b, c are real numbers and a ≠ 0.

Key Points

  1. A real number α is a root of the quadratic equation ax² + bx + c = 0 if aα² + bα + c = 0.
  2. The zeroes of the quadratic polynomial ax² + bx + c and the roots of the quadratic equation are the same.
  3. If we can factorise ax² + bx + c into a product of two linear factors, the roots can be found by equating each factor to zero.
  4. Quadratic formula: The roots of a quadratic equation ax² + bx + c = 0 are given by x = -b ± √(b² - 4ac) / (2a), provided b² - 4ac is defined.
  5. Nature of roots based on the discriminant D = b² - 4ac:
    • Two distinct real roots if D > 0
    • Two equal roots if D = 0
    • No real roots if D < 0

Examples

  • Example of a quadratic equation: 2x² + x - 300 = 0.
  • Example of finding roots by factorisation: 6x² - x - 2 = 0 can be factored to find roots.

Applications

  • Quadratic equations arise in various real-life situations, such as calculating areas, dimensions, and solving problems involving products and sums.

Exercises

  1. Find the nature of the roots of the following quadratic equations:
    • (i) 2x² - 3x + 5 = 0
    • (ii) 2x² - 6x + 3 = 0
  2. Determine the values of k for quadratic equations to have two equal roots:
    • (i) 2x² + kx + 3 = 0
    • (ii) kx(x-2) + 6 = 0
  3. Solve real-life problems involving quadratic equations, such as designing a rectangular park or finding ages based on given conditions.

Exam Tips & Common Mistakes

Common Mistakes and Exam Tips for Quadratic Equations

Common Pitfalls

  • Misidentifying Quadratic Equations: Ensure the equation is in the standard form ax² + bx + c = 0. Some equations may appear quadratic but are not.
  • Ignoring the Discriminant: Always check the discriminant (b² - 4ac) to determine the nature of the roots. Misinterpretation can lead to incorrect conclusions about the existence of real roots.
  • Negative Roots: When solving for dimensions (like length or breadth), remember that negative values are not valid in real-world contexts.
  • Factorization Errors: Be cautious while factorizing quadratic equations. Incorrect factorization can lead to wrong roots.

Exam Tips

  • Use the Quadratic Formula: When in doubt, apply the quadratic formula: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a) to find roots accurately.
  • Check Your Work: After finding roots, substitute them back into the original equation to verify correctness.
  • Understand the Nature of Roots: Familiarize yourself with the conditions for the nature of roots based on the discriminant:
    • Two distinct real roots if b² - 4ac > 0
    • Two equal roots if b² - 4ac = 0
    • No real roots if b² - 4ac < 0
  • Practice Factorization: Regularly practice factorization techniques to improve speed and accuracy in solving quadratic equations.

Practice & Assessment

Multiple Choice Questions

A.

3

B.

5

C.

6

D.

7
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Given that AB=13AB = 13 m and AP=x+7AP = x + 7 m, BP=xBP = x m. By the Pythagorean theorem, AP2+BP2=AB2AP^2 + BP^2 = AB^2. Substituting the values, (x+7)2+x2=132(x + 7)^2 + x^2 = 13^2. Solving this equation, we get x=5x = 5.

A.

30 m²

B.

32 m²

C.

35 m²

D.

36 m²
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The area of a right triangle is given by 12×base×height\frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height}. Here, AP=12AP = 12 m and BP=5BP = 5 m. So, the area is 12×12×5=30\frac{1}{2} \times 12 \times 5 = 30 m².

A.

xx m

B.

x+7x + 7 m

C.

x−7x - 7 m

D.

77 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

According to the given information, AP=x+7AP = x + 7 m.

A.

APAP

B.

BPBP

C.

ABAB

D.

PBPB
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

In a right-angled triangle inscribed in a circle, the side opposite the right angle is the hypotenuse. Here, ABAB is the hypotenuse with length 13 m.

A.

24 m²

B.

30 m²

C.

18 m²

D.

20 m²
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Since the hypotenuse is the diameter, the triangle is a right triangle. Using the Pythagorean theorem, the other side is 102−62=64=8\sqrt{10^2 - 6^2} = \sqrt{64} = 8 m. The area is 12×6×8=24\frac{1}{2} \times 6 \times 8 = 24 m².

A.

12 m

B.

10 m

C.

8 m

D.

6 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, if the hypotenuse is 13 m and one leg is 5 m, the other leg can be calculated as: 132−52=169−25=144=12\sqrt{13^2 - 5^2} = \sqrt{169 - 25} = \sqrt{144} = 12 m.

A.

APAP

B.

BPBP

C.

ABAB

D.

PBPB
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

In the right-angled triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP, the hypotenuse is ABAB.

A.

7 meters

B.

5 meters

C.

10 meters

D.

3 meters
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The difference is calculated as AP - BP = (x+7)−x=7(x + 7) - x = 7 meters.

A.

9.19 m

B.

13 m

C.

11 m

D.

6.5 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The diagonal of the largest square inscribed in the circle is equal to the diameter of the circle. The diameter is 2×6.5=132 \times 6.5 = 13 m. Using the relation s2=13s \sqrt{2} = 13, where ss is the side of the square, we find s=132≈9.19s = \frac{13}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 9.19 m.

A.

6.5 m

B.

5 m

C.

7 m

D.

8 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The radius rr of the circle inscribed in a right triangle is given by r=a+b−c2r = \frac{a + b - c}{2}, where aa and bb are the legs and cc is the hypotenuse. Here, a=x+7a = x + 7, b=xb = x, and c=13c = 13. Solving for xx from the previous problem, x=5x = 5. Thus, a=12a = 12 and b=5b = 5.
r=12+5−132=42=2r = \frac{12 + 5 - 13}{2} = \frac{4}{2} = 2
However, since the circle is circumscribed, the radius is half of the hypotenuse: 132=6.5\frac{13}{2} = 6.5.

A.

s=r2s = r\sqrt{2}

B.

s=2rs = 2r

C.

s=r2s = \frac{r}{\sqrt{2}}

D.

s=rs = r
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The diagonal of the square is equal to the diameter of the circle, which is 2r2r. Therefore, the side length ss of the square is 2r2=r2\frac{2r}{\sqrt{2}} = r\sqrt{2}.

A.

x+7x + 7 m

B.

x−7x - 7 m

C.

x+5x + 5 m

D.

x−5x - 5 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The expression for APAP is directly given as x+7x + 7 m.

A.

30 m²

B.

35 m²

C.

36 m²

D.

37 m²
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

The area AA of a right triangle is given by A=12×base×heightA = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height}. Here, AP=12AP = 12 m and BP=5BP = 5 m, as solved previously.
A=12×12×5=30A = \frac{1}{2} \times 12 \times 5 = 30
Thus, the area is 30 m².

A.

13 - x

B.

x + 7

C.

13 + x

D.

x - 7
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Given that the difference of the distances of the pole from the two gates is 7 m, and AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7, therefore AP=x+7AP = x + 7.

A.

3 m

B.

5 m

C.

6 m

D.

7 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Given AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7 m and AB=13AB = 13 m. Let BP=xBP = x. Then AP=x+7AP = x + 7. By Pythagoras theorem, (x+7)2+x2=132(x + 7)^2 + x^2 = 13^2. Solving, we get x=6x = 6 m.

A.

6.5 m

B.

7 m

C.

6 m

D.

6.25 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

The hypotenuse ABAB is the diameter of the circle. By the Pythagorean theorem, AB=AC2+BC2=52+122=13AB = \sqrt{AC^2 + BC^2} = \sqrt{5^2 + 12^2} = 13 m. Therefore, the radius is 132=6.5\frac{13}{2} = 6.5 m.

A.

5 m

B.

12 m

C.

Both 5 m and 12 m

D.

None of the above
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

The sides of a right triangle with a hypotenuse of 13 m can be 5 m and 12 m, satisfying the Pythagorean theorem.

A.

24 m

B.

22 m

C.

20 m

D.

18 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AC2+BC2AB^2 = AC^2 + BC^2. Here, 262=102+BC226^2 = 10^2 + BC^2. Solving gives BC=24BC = 24 m.

A.

6.5 m

B.

7 m

C.

5 m

D.

6 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The radius of the circle is half the hypotenuse of the inscribed right triangle. Thus, the radius is 132=6.5\frac{13}{2} = 6.5 m.

A.

12 m

B.

7 m

C.

10 m

D.

15 m
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Using the expression AP=(x+7)AP = (x + 7) m, if BP=5BP = 5 m, then AP=5+7=12AP = 5 + 7 = 12 m.

A.

46 m

B.

52 m

C.

26 m

D.

36 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The side length of the largest square is 132≈11.5\frac{13}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 11.5 m. Therefore, the perimeter is 4×11.5=464 \times 11.5 = 46 m.

A.

28 m

B.

30 m

C.

32 m

D.

34 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The perimeter of the triangle is the sum of all its sides: 14+9+5=2814 + 9 + 5 = 28 m.

A.

12 m

B.

10 m

C.

8 m

D.

6 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, c2=a2+b2c^2 = a^2 + b^2, where c=13c = 13 m and a=5a = 5 m. Solving for bb, we get b=132−52=169−25=144=12b = \sqrt{13^2 - 5^2} = \sqrt{169 - 25} = \sqrt{144} = 12 m.

A.

7 m

B.

8 m

C.

12 m

D.

10 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AP2+BP2AB^2 = AP^2 + BP^2. Given AB=13AB = 13 m and BP=5BP = 5 m, we have 132=AP2+5213^2 = AP^2 + 5^2. Solving, 169=AP2+25169 = AP^2 + 25, thus AP2=144AP^2 = 144, and AP=12AP = 12 m.

A.

100\pi \text{ m}^2

B.

200\pi \text{ m}^2

C.

300\pi \text{ m}^2

D.

400\pi \text{ m}^2
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The area of a circle is given by πr2\pi r^2. With r=10r = 10 m, the area is 100π m2100\pi \text{ m}^2.

A.

7 m

B.

xx m

C.

x+7x + 7 m

D.

0 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The difference between APAP and BPBP is (x+7)−x=7(x + 7) - x = 7 m.

A.

x+7x + 7 m

B.

x−7x - 7 m

C.

13−x13 - x m

D.

13+x13 + x m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Since the difference of the distances of the pole from the two gates is 7 m, we have AP=(x+7)AP = (x + 7) m.

A.

10 m

B.

9.5 m

C.

11 m

D.

12 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The circumference of a circle is given by 2πr2\pi r. Solving 2πr=62.82\pi r = 62.8 gives r≈10r \approx 10 m.

A.

100 m²

B.

200 m²

C.

150 m²

D.

50 m²
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The largest square that can be inscribed in a circle has its diagonal equal to the diameter of the circle. The diameter of the circle is 20 m (since the radius is 10 m). The side of the square is given by the formula: side = diameter / sqrt(2). Therefore, side = 20 / sqrt(2) = 10√2 m. The area of the square is (10√2)² = 100 m².

A.

7 m

B.

xx m

C.

x+7x + 7 m

D.

x−7x - 7 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The difference in distances is given as AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7 m.

A.

6 m

B.

7 m

C.

5 m

D.

8 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Since AB=13AB = 13 m is the hypotenuse and AP=x+7AP = x + 7 m, using the Pythagorean theorem, BP=5BP = 5 m.

A.

8 m

B.

10 m

C.

12 m

D.

9 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AC2+BC2AB^2 = AC^2 + BC^2. Substituting the given values, 132=52+BC213^2 = 5^2 + BC^2. Therefore, 169=25+BC2169 = 25 + BC^2, which gives BC2=144BC^2 = 144. Solving for BCBC, we get BC=144=12BC = \sqrt{144} = 12 m.

A.

3 m

B.

5 m

C.

6 m

D.

7 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AP2+BP2=AB2AP^2 + BP^2 = AB^2. Substituting the given values: (x+7)2+x2=132(x+7)^2 + x^2 = 13^2. Solving this equation, we get x=5x = 5 m.

A.

2x2+14x+49\sqrt{2x^2 + 14x + 49}

B.

x2+(x+7)2\sqrt{x^2 + (x + 7)^2}

C.

2x2+14x\sqrt{2x^2 + 14x}

D.

x2+49\sqrt{x^2 + 49}
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AP2+BP2=(x+7)2+x2AB^2 = AP^2 + BP^2 = (x + 7)^2 + x^2. Thus, AB=x2+(x+7)2AB = \sqrt{x^2 + (x + 7)^2}.

A.

10 m

B.

11 m

C.

12 m

D.

13 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Given AB=13AB = 13 m and AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7 m, let AP=x+7AP = x + 7 m and BP=xBP = x m. Using the Pythagorean theorem, AP2+BP2=AB2AP^2 + BP^2 = AB^2. Solving (x+7)2+x2=132(x + 7)^2 + x^2 = 13^2 gives AP=12AP = 12 m.

A.

24 m²

B.

30 m²

C.

20 m²

D.

40 m²
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The triangle is a right triangle since one side is the diameter. The area is 12×6×8=24\frac{1}{2} \times 6 \times 8 = 24 m².

A.

8 m

B.

4 m

C.

7 m

D.

5 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2+BC2=AC2AB^2 + BC^2 = AC^2. Substituting the given values, 62+BC2=1026^2 + BC^2 = 10^2. Solving for BCBC, we find BC=8BC = 8 m.

A.

5 m

B.

10 m

C.

15 m

D.

20 m
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

The diameter of the circle is twice the radius, so it is 2×10=202 \times 10 = 20 m. Hence, the side of the largest square is 20 m.

A.

26 m

B.

18 m

C.

13 m

D.

20 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The side length ss of the largest square that can be inscribed in a circle of radius rr is given by s=r2s = r \sqrt{2}. For r=6.5r = 6.5,
s=6.52s = 6.5 \sqrt{2}
The perimeter PP of the square is 4s4s:
P=4×6.5×2≈26P = 4 \times 6.5 \times \sqrt{2} \approx 26
Thus, the perimeter is approximately 26 m.

A.

7 m

B.

6 m

C.

5 m

D.

4 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The difference in distances is given as AP−BP=(x+7)−x=7AP - BP = (x + 7) - x = 7 m.

A.

10 m

B.

11 m

C.

12 m

D.

13 m
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Given BP=x=5BP = x = 5 m, then AP=x+7=5+7=12AP = x + 7 = 5 + 7 = 12 m.

A.

12 m

B.

10 m

C.

8 m

D.

6 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AC2+BC2AB^2 = AC^2 + BC^2. Substituting the given values: 152=92+BC215^2 = 9^2 + BC^2. Solving gives BC=12BC = 12 m.

A.

5 m

B.

6 m

C.

12 m

D.

8 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem for the right triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP, we have: AB2=AP2+BP2AB^2 = AP^2 + BP^2. Substituting the given values: 132=(x+7)2+x213^2 = (x + 7)^2 + x^2. Solving for xx, we get x=6x = 6 m.

A.

7 m

B.

6 m

C.

8 m

D.

5 m
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

The difference between APAP and BPBP is (x+7)−x=7(x + 7) - x = 7 m.

A.

Isosceles

B.

Equilateral

C.

Right-angled

D.

Scalene
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

A triangle inscribed in a circle with the hypotenuse as the diameter is always a right-angled triangle.

A.

12 m

B.

13 m

C.

10 m

D.

15 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, if one leg is 5 m and the hypotenuse is the diameter, it must be 13 m.

A.

Equilateral

B.

Isosceles

C.

Scalene

D.

Right-angled
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

The triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at PP as described in the diagram.

A.

5 m

B.

10 m

C.

15 m

D.

20 m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The circumference of a circle is given by 2πr2\pi r. Solving 2πr=62.82\pi r = 62.8 for rr, we get r=62.82π≈10r = \frac{62.8}{2\pi} \approx 10 m.

A.

5

B.

6

C.

7

D.

8
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Using the Pythagorean theorem, AB2=AP2+BP2AB^2 = AP^2 + BP^2. Substitute AB=13AB = 13, AP=x+7AP = x + 7, and BP=xBP = x:
132=(x+7)2+x213^2 = (x + 7)^2 + x^2
169=x2+14x+49+x2169 = x^2 + 14x + 49 + x^2
169=2x2+14x+49169 = 2x^2 + 14x + 49
Simplifying,
2x2+14x−120=02x^2 + 14x - 120 = 0
Divide by 2:
x2+7x−60=0x^2 + 7x - 60 = 0
Using the quadratic formula, x=−b±b2−4ac2ax = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}, where a=1,b=7,c=−60a = 1, b = 7, c = -60:
x=−7±49+2402x = \frac{-7 \pm \sqrt{49 + 240}}{2}
x=−7±172x = \frac{-7 \pm 17}{2}
The positive solution is x=5x = 5.

A.

7

B.

0

C.

14

D.

3.5
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Given that the difference in distances is 7 meters, we have AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7. Substituting the given expressions, (x+7)−x=7(x + 7) - x = 7, which simplifies to 7=77 = 7. Therefore, xx can be any value, but the simplest solution is x=0x = 0.

A.

5 m

B.

5\sqrt{2} m

C.

10 m

D.

5\sqrt{3} m
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The diagonal of the largest square is equal to the diameter of the circle. The diameter is 10 m, so the side length of the square is 102=52\frac{10}{\sqrt{2}} = 5\sqrt{2} m.

True or False

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt explicitly states that the hypotenuse ABAB of â–³ABP\triangle ABP is labeled with the length 1313.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt states that the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at PP.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt states that point P is a right-angle vertex on the circumference, not the center.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt states that side ABAB, the hypotenuse, is labeled with the length 13.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

According to the excerpt, the circle has a patterned fill with a series of concentric squares.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt states that point PP is on the circumference of the circle, not at the center.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt describes the triangle as right-angled at point PP, which means it cannot be equilateral.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The description clearly states that the inscribed triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at PP.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt states that the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at PP, not AA.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt states that the distance from the pole to gate BB is xx meters, denoted as BP=xBP = x.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt explicitly mentions that the diagram is a geometric figure featuring a circle with a triangle inscribed inside.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt describes a geometric figure where a triangle is inscribed in a circle.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt describes â–³ABP\triangle ABP as being right-angled at PP, which is on the circumference of the circle.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt describes point PP as the right-angle vertex of the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP, not the center of the circle.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt describes a geometric figure where the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is inscribed inside a circle.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The description states that BP=xBP = x m and AP=(x+7)AP = (x + 7) m.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

Point PP is described as being on the circumference of the circle, not at the center.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt indicates that points AA, BB, and PP are on the circumference of the circle.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The triangle is described as right-angled, which means it cannot be equilateral.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt mentions that the difference of the distances of the pole from gates AA and BB is 77 meters.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

According to the excerpt, AA, BB, and PP are all points on the circumference of the circle.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt specifies that the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at point PP, not BB.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The circle is described as having a patterned fill with a series of concentric squares, not a solid fill.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

According to the description, side ABAB is the hypotenuse of the triangle and is labeled with the length 1313.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt mentions that the difference in distances from the pole to gates AA and BB is 77 meters, expressed as AP−BP=7AP - BP = 7.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The triangle is described as right-angled at P, which means it cannot be equilateral.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt states that the hypotenuse of the triangle, side ABAB, is labeled with the length 13.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

Point PP is described as the right-angle vertex on the circumference, not the center.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt describes points AA, BB, and PP as being on the circumference of the circle.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt states that point P is on the circumference of the circle, making it part of the circle, not outside.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The triangle is described as right-angled at PP, which means it cannot be equilateral.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt explicitly describes the diagram as a geometric figure with a circle and an inscribed triangle.

Correct Answer: False

Solution:

The excerpt describes point PP as being on the circumference of the circle, not inside it.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The description states that the hypotenuse of the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is labeled with the length 1313.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt mentions that the difference of the distances of the pole from the two gates is 7 meters.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

According to the description, the triangle â–³ABP\triangle ABP is right-angled at point PP.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt explicitly mentions that the circle has a patterned fill with a series of concentric squares.

Correct Answer: True

Solution:

The excerpt clearly mentions that the hypotenuse of the triangle is labeled with the length 13.