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Published on: August 12, 2026
The point on the x -axis whose perpendicular distance from the line 
is a , is
A
B
C
D
None of these
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Let the point be 
then 
⇒ ⇒ 
⇒ ⇒ 
Hence the point is 
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