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Mathematics Question on Circles

If a point P is 17 cm from the center of a circle of radius 8 cm, then the length of the tangent drawn to the circle from the point P is
center of a circle of radius 8 cm

A

10 cm

B

12 cm

C

15 cm

D

14 cm

Answer

15 cm

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (C): 15 cm