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How many parallel tangents can a circle have?

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1
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2
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Infinite
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None of these
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Solution

The correct option is C 2
A circle can have exactly two parallel tangents and they must pass through ends of a diameter. That is their point of contacts must be diametrically opposite.
So option B is the correct answer.

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