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P is a point in t

Answer :

Given P lies in the exterior of a circle having centre O and PQ is a tangent.

∴ OQ ⊥ PQ

Also given OP = 25 and OQ = 24.

Consider ΔOQP,

∠OQP = 90°

By Pythagoras Theorem,

⇒ OP² = OQ² + PQ²

⇒ 25² = 24² + PQ²

⇒ PQ² = 625 – 576

= 49

∴ PQ = 7

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