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Two tangents PQ and PR drawn to the circle x²+y²-2x-4y-20=0 from point P(16,7). If the centre of the circle is C, the area of quadrilateral PQCR is
Two tangents PQ and PR drawn to the circle x²+y²-2x-4y-20=0 from point P(16,7). If the centre of the circle is C, the area of quadrilateral PQCR is
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Tangents from external point are equal.
Updated On: Mar 17, 2026
- 75 sq. unit
- 73 sq. unit
- 72 sq. unit
- 74 sq. unit
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The Correct Option is C
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