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MHT CET · Maths · Circle

The tangent to the circle \(x^2+y^2=5\) at \((1,-2)\) also touches the circle \(x^2+y^2-8 x+6 y+20=0\) then the co-ordinates of the corresponding point of contact is

  1. A \((3,-1)\)
  2. B \(\quad(3,1)\)
  3. C \((-3,-1)\)
  4. D \((-3,1)\)
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Correct Answer

(A) \((3,-1)\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Equation of the tangent at \((1,-2)\) to the circle \(x^2+y^2=5\) is \(x-2 y=5\)
Here, only point \((3,-1)\) lies on the tangent.