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Circle: Position of point MCQ

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Position of pointMediumQuestion 320004

Question

The point (1, 2) with respect to the circle x² + y² = 10 is:
  1. A
    Inside
    Correct
  2. B
    Outside
  3. C
    On the circle
  4. D
    Cannot determine

Correct answer

Inside

Explanation

Substitute (1,2): 1 + 4 = 5 < 10. Since the value < r², the point is inside the circle.

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