In a ΔPRQ, AB is drawn parallel to QR, cutting sides at A and B where length of PQ = 6 cm, length of QR = 8 cm and length of QA = 3 cm. What is the length of AB?

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  1. 4.0 cm
  2. 4.2 cm
  3. 5.0 cm
  4. 2.4 cm

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Option 1 : 4.0 cm
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Given:

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PA = PQ - AQ = 6 - 3 = 3cm

Concept used:

In △PAB and △PQR 

∠PAB = ∠PQR (corresponding angles)

and  ∠P is common.

∴ △PAB ∼ △PQR ( AA similarity criterion)

Since corresponding sides are proportional,

\({AB\over QR}= {PA\over PQ}\:\)

\(AB={QR\times PA\over PQ}\)

Calculation:

AB=8×36

AB = 4 cm

Hence, 'Option A' is the correct answer.

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