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`T P` and `T Q` are tangents to the parabola `y^2=4a x` at `Pa n dQ ,` respectively. If the chord `P Q` passes through the fixed point `(-a ,b),` then find the locus of `Tdot`

A

ay = 2b (x – b)

B

bx = 2a (y - a)

C

by = 2a (x - a)

D

ax = 2b (y – b)

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