Mathematics
In a circle with radius R, the shortest distance between two parallel tangents is equal to :
R
2R
2πR
πR
Circles
ICSE Sp 2024
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Answer
Let l and m be tangents to circle with center O, touching the circle at point A and B.

From figure,
Shortest distance between tangents = OA + OB = R + R = 2R.
Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.
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