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For the hyperbola `(x^(2))/(a^(2))-(y^(2))/(b^(2))=1`, distance between the foci is 10 units. Form the point `(2, sqrt3)`, perpendicular tangents are drawn to the hyperbola, then the value of `|(b)/(a)|` is

A

0.25

B

5

C

0.75

D

1

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