alleryFrom external point X, two tangents touch a circle at A and B. If XA is 9 cm, find XB.
A18 cm
B4.5 cm
C9 cm
D81 cm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 9 cm
Tangents from the same external point are equal in length.
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