Question

A circle can have _________ parallel tangents at the most.

a) Infinitely many ( Given in the textbook)

b) two (given in ncert solutions)


which one do I go with?????

Answer 1

For each tangent to a circle the radius to the point of contact with the circle is perpendicular to the tangent line. Two parallel tangents then means that their contact radii form a perfect diameter of the circle. This diameter meets the circle in exactly two points.

Answer 2

this question answers is a option b