Which of the following is correct about two concentric circles?
A
Concentric circles have 2 common tangents.
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B
The inner circle has a radius greater than the radius of the outer circle.
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C
Concentric circles cannot have common tangents.
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is CConcentric circles cannot have common tangents. Concentric circles cannot have common tangents, as a tangent that originates from the circumference of the inner circle, becomes a chord or secant for the outer circle.