Question
Mathematics Question on Tangent to a Circle
A tangent is drawn from an external point P to a circle of 8 cm radius. If the length of the tangent is 15 cm then the distance between the centre of the circle and point P is
A
23 cm
B
20 cm
C
17 cm
D
Cannot be determined
Answer
17 cm
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): 17 cm