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Statement 1: there exists a unique sphere which passes through the three non-collinear points and which has the least radius. Statement 2: The centre of such a sphere lies on the plane determined by the given three points.

A

(a) Both the statements are true, and Statement 2 is the correct explanation for Statement 1.

B

(b) Both the Statements are true, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation for Statement 1.

C

(c) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false.

D

(d) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true.

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Obiviously the answer is (b).
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