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 The number of values of c such that the straight line y=4x+c touches the curve x24+y21=1 is 

a
0
b
1
c
2
d
infinite

detailed solution

Correct option is C

For given slope, there exist two parallel tangents to the ellipse. Hence, there are two values of c.

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