Q.

The points of contact of tangents to the circle x2 + y2 = 25 which are inclined at an angle of 30° to the x-axis are

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

(±5/2, ±1/2)

b

(±1/2, ±5/2)

c

(5/2,1/2)

d

none of these

answer is D.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

The equation of a tangent of slope m to the circle x2+y2=a2 is y=mx±a1+m2 and the coordinates of point of contact are 

am1+m2,±a1+m2 

Here, a=5 and m=tan 30=1/3.

So, the coordinates of the points of contact are 52,±532

 

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

tricks from toppers of Infinity Learn

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon
The points of contact of tangents to the circle x2 + y2 = 25 which are inclined at an angle of 30° to the x-axis are