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if the lines 3x 4y 4 0 and 6x 5y 7 0 are tangents
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If the lines 3x-4y+4=0 and 6x-5y-7=0 are tangents then the radius of the circle is:
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Parallel tangents ⇒ radius = half distance.
BITSAT - 2011
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Mar 18, 2026
(3)/(2)
(3)/(4)
(1)/(10)
(1)/(20)
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The Correct Option is
B
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Distance between parallel lines.
Radius = half distance.
Step 2: Calculation.
r=|c₁-c₂|2√(a²+b²)=(3)/(4)
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