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draw two concentric circles of radii 3 cm and 5 cm. Construct a tangent to smaller circle from a point on the larger circle. Also measure its length.

On the basis of condition given in the question the figure can be drawn as follows:


It is given in the question that,


OD = 3 cm


OP = 5 cm


Also, PA and PB are the required tangents


By measurement, we have


PA = PB = 4 cm


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