The differential equation of the family of circles with fixed radius 5 units and centre on the line is
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)✓ Correct
- (D)
Answer: (C)
Solution
A circle of radius centred on the line has equation with the only parameter. Differentiating, , so . Substituting back to eliminate gives , that is .
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