Geometry

Question Analysis

The main focus is to apply the Secant - Tangent Rule. We know the lengths of segments and of the secant line , and we need to find the length of the tangent segment by using the relevant formula.

 

Key Concept Explanation

Secant - Tangent Rule: If a tangent line and a secant line are drawn from an external point to a circle, with the tangent length , the external part of the secant , and the entire secant length , then .

If a tangent line and a secant line are drawn from an external point to a circle, then .

 

Step - by - Step Solution

1. Set up the equation using the rule:

We know that and , so

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