JEE MainMathematicsCircleMCQ+4 / −1
Let the circles and touch each other externally at the point . If the point divides the line segment joining the centres of the circles and internally in the ratio , then equals
- A130
- B110
- C145
- D125
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Correct answer: A
- Identify the centres of the circles
For its centre is
For its centre is
The circles touch externally at
- Use the ratio condition
The point divides the line segment joining the centres and internally in the ratio .
This means
Using section formula, if divides internally in the ratio , then where and .
So,
Also,
Hence,
- Use the touching condition to find radii
Since the circles touch externally at , the point lies on both circles, and the distances from centres to are the radii.
Thus,
For :
Centre , point .
So,
For :
Centre , point .
So,
- Compute the required expression
We need
Substitute the values:
Then
Therefore,
Hence,
- Check with options
The value is So the correct option is A.
- Compare with stored correct answer
Stored correct answer: A
Our derived answer: A
They agree.
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