Multiple choice

In a circle central angle is equal to

  1. inscribed angle

  2. intercepted arc

  3. tangent

  4. secant

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B Correct answer
Explanation

A central angle in a circle is defined as the angle subtended by an arc at the center of the circle, which is equal to the measure of the intercepted arc.

AI explanation

By the definition of an arc's angular measure, the central angle is always equal to the measure of its intercepted arc. This is a fundamental property of circles.