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Published on: August 13, 2026
The equation of the circle whose radius is 3 and which touches internally the circle 
at the point 
is
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Since, given equation of circle is, 
with centre 
and radius 
.
Let 
and 
(given) for required circle touches the given circle at 
.
The point 
divides the line joining the centres 
and 
externally in 
so
and 
so equation of required circle is
Hence, option is correct.
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