If the circles and intersect at exactly two distinct points, then
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)✓ Correct
- (D)
Answer: (C)
Solution
The second circle is , centre , radius . The first circle has centre , radius .
Distance between centres .
Two distinct intersections require , i.e. and , giving .
Distance between centres .
Two distinct intersections require , i.e. and , giving .
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