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For all values of `m in R` the line `y - mx + m - 1 = 0` cuts the circle `x^2 + y^2 - 2x - 2y + 1 = 0` at an angle

A

`(pi)/(3)`

B

`(pi)/(6)`

C

`(pi)/(2)`

D

`(pi)/(4)`

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The given line is a diameter to the circle.
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