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Published on: August 14, 2026
The equation of the circle which touches the circle 
externally and to which the lines 
are normals, is
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Joint equations of normals are 
Given normals are 
and 
, which intersect at centre of circle whose coordinates are (3, 1).
The given circle is 
; 
If the two circles touch externally, then 
Equation of required circle is 
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