A point P moves such that its distances ...

A point P moves such that its distances from two given points A and B are equal. Then what is the locus of the point P ?

A

a straight line which is perpendicular bisector to AB

B

a circle whose centre is A

C

a circle whose centre is B

D

a straight line passing through either A or B.

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