From a point Q, the length of the tangen...

From a point Q, the length of the tangent to a circle is 24 cm and the distance of Q from the centre is 25 cm. The radius of the circle is

A

7cm

B

12cm

C

15cm

D

24.5cm

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The correct Answer is:

A

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