Question
Mathematics Question on Circle
Let a circle of x2 + y2 = 16 and line passing through (1,2) cuts the circle at A and B then the locus of the mid-point of AB is:
A
x2 + y2 + x + y = 0
B
x2 + y2 - x + 2y = 0
C
x2 + y2 - x - 2y = 0
D
x2 + y2 + x + 2y = 0
Answer
x2 + y2 - x - 2y = 0
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): x2 + y2 - x - 2y = 0