In the xy-plane, the circles with equations (x-3)^2 +y^2=11 and (x+2)^2+y^2=r^2 are externally tangent. what is the value of r? a).3 b)1.3 c)1.7 d)2.8 e)6
1 Answer
Mar 18, 2018
The right option is c)
Explanation:
Let the given circles be,
Their respective centres are,
radii
Given that
Hence, the right option is c)