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A predator moves in a circle of radius √2 centre (0,0), while a prey moves along the line y = x. If 0 (\leq) x (\leq) 2, at which point(s) will they meet?

A
(1,1) only
B
(1,1) and (1,2)
C
(0,0) and (1,1)
D
(√2,√2) only
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Correct Option: A

x2 + y2 = (√2)2

x2 + y2 = 2

but y = x

Thus; x2 + x2 = 2

2x2 = 2

x2 = + or - 1

But x2 + y2 = 2

12 + y2 = 2

1 + y2 = 2

y2 = 2 - 1

y2 = 1

y = + or - 1

Thus point (x,y) = (1,1) only.

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