Question

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given \\( \odot o \\) below, is \\( \overparen{p q} \\) a minor arc, a major arc, or a semicircle?

Explanation:

A semicircle is an arc that measures \(180^{\circ}\). In the given circle \(\odot O\), the central angle for arc \(\overset{\frown}{PQ}\) is \(180^{\circ}\). A minor arc measures less than \(180^{\circ}\), and a major arc measures more than \(180^{\circ}\). Since \(180^{\circ}\) is the measure of arc \(\overset{\frown}{PQ}\), it fits the definition of a semicircle.

Answer:

B. Semicircle