The line $y = mx + c$ intersects the circle $x^2 + y^2 = r^2$ at two real distinct points,if

  • A
    $ - r\sqrt{1 + m^2} < c < r\sqrt{1 + m^2}$
  • B
    $c^2 < r^2(1 + m^2)$
  • C
    Both $(a)$ and $(b)$
  • D
    $c^2 > r^2(1 + m^2)$

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