Question Detail

MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which equation correctly represents a tangent to x² + y² = r² at point (x₁,y₁)?
Options
A xx₁ + yy₁ = r²
Correct Answer
B x + y = r²
C x² + y² = r²
D xx₁ + yy₁ = r
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The equation of a tangent to the circle x² + y² = r² at point (x₁,y₁) is xx₁ + yy₁ = r².

Hint

The notes indicate answer A.

Question Info