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The line segment joining A5,0 and B10cosθ,10sinθ is divided internally in the ratio 2:3 at P. If θ varies, then the perimeter of locus of P is
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Options:
  • A 4π units
  • B 16π units
  • C 8π units
  • D 6π units
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The correct answer is: 8π units

Let Ph,k be the point dividing te line segment in the ratio 2:3, then

h=210cosθ+352+3=4cosθ+3 and k=210sinθ+302+3=4sinθ
h-32+k2=16
Locus of Ph,k is x-32+y2=16, which is a circle.

Hence, the perimeter of the circle is 2π4=8π units

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