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If two circles of radii 5cm and 12cm touch externally, then the distance between their centres is _________.

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Solution

When two circles touch externally mean distance between their center is sum of radii of both the circles.
That is, the distance between their centres =5+12=17cm.
Hence, 17cm is the answer.

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