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A variable circle passes through the fixed `A (p, q)` and touches the x-axis. Show that the locus of the other end of the diameter through `A` is (x-p)^2 = 4qy`.

A

`(y-p)^(2) = 4 qx`

B

`(x-q) ^(2) = 4 py `

C

`(x-p)^(2) = 4 qy`

D

`(y -q) ^(2) = 4 px`

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