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Let `P` and `Q` be the points on the parabola `y^2=4x` so that the line segment `PQ` subtends right angle If `PQ` intersects the axis of the parabola at `R,` then the distance of the vertex from `R` is

A

1

B

2

C

4

D

6

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C
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