Answer:
i. RP = 17
ii. RT = 15
iii. RS = 30
Step-by-step explanation:
Given that; QT = 9 and TP = 8.
From the diagram, join R to P. Thus RP = QP (radius of the circle)
RP = QT + TP
= 9 + 8
RP = 17
Applying Pythagoras theorem to triangle TRP;
RT = [tex]\sqrt{(RP)^{2} - (TP)^{2} }[/tex]
= [tex]\sqrt{17^{2} - 8^{2} }[/tex]
= [tex]\sqrt{225}[/tex]
= 15
∴ RT = 15
But, RT = TS = 15.
So that;
RS = 15 + 15
= 30
RS = 30
Therefore; RP = 17, RT = 15 and RS = 30.
