A and B are centres of two circles whose...

A and B are centres of two circles whose radii are 5 cm and 2 cm respectively. The direct common tangent meets the extended AB point P. The P divides the AB-

A

externally in the ratio `5:2`

B

internally in the ratio `2:5`

C

internally in the ratio `5:2`

D

externally in the ratio `7:2`

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