Question

A line which intersects a circle at two points is called as:

• A. Secant
• B. Tangent
• C. Chord
• D. Arc

Hint:

A secant intersects the circle at two distinct points, while a tangent touches the circle at only one point.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

A secant is a line that intersects a circle at two distinct points. It extends infinitely in both directions and cuts through the circle at two points. On the other hand, a tangent touches the circle at exactly one point, and a chord is a line segment joining two points on the circle. An arc is a portion of the circumference of the circle. Thus, the correct answer is secant.