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Fix a point <math>A</math> from which we draw a clockwise chord. In order for the clockwise chord from another point <math>B</math> to intersect that of point <math>A</math>, <math>A</math> and <math>B</math> must be no more than <math>r</math> units apart. By drawing the circle, we quickly see that <math>B</math> can be on <math>\frac{120}{360}=\boxed{\frac{1}{3} \ \textbf{(D)}}</math> of the perimeter of the circle. (Imagine a regular hexagon inscribed in the circle) | Fix a point <math>A</math> from which we draw a clockwise chord. In order for the clockwise chord from another point <math>B</math> to intersect that of point <math>A</math>, <math>A</math> and <math>B</math> must be no more than <math>r</math> units apart. By drawing the circle, we quickly see that <math>B</math> can be on <math>\frac{120}{360}=\boxed{\frac{1}{3} \ \textbf{(D)}}</math> of the perimeter of the circle. (Imagine a regular hexagon inscribed in the circle) | ||
Revision as of 15:12, 21 August 2019
Problem 20
Two points on the circumference of a circle of radius 
are selected independently and at random. From each point a chord of length is drawn in a clockwise direction. What is the probability that the two chords intersect?
Solution
Fix a point 
from which we draw a clockwise chord. In order for the clockwise chord from another point 
to intersect that of point , and must be no more than units apart. By drawing the circle, we quickly see that can be on 
of the perimeter of the circle. (Imagine a regular hexagon inscribed in the circle)
See Also
| 2011 AMC 10A (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
| Preceded by Problem 19 |
Followed by Problem 21 | |
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| All AMC 10 Problems and Solutions | ||
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