Two circles of radii 5.5 cm and 4.2 cm touch each other externally. The distance between their centres is

A. 1.3 cm

B. 4.85 cm

C. 9.7 cm

D. 23.1 cm

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Answer: C. 9.7 cm

For circles touching externally, the distance between the centres is the sum of the radii: \(5.5 + 4.2 = 9.7\) cm.

Doubtly AI · 24 Oct 2026 AI-verified · Oct 2026 Report

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