If the line $y = mx + c$ is a tangent to the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{a^2} - \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$,then the locus of the point $P(m, c)$ is:

  • A
    Hyperbola
  • B
    Parabola
  • C
    Circle
  • D
    Ellipse

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