If a line passing through origin touches the circle ${(x - 4)^2} + {(y + 5)^2} = 25$, then its slope should be

  • A

    $ \pm \frac{3}{4}$

  • B

    $0$

  • C

    $ \pm \,3$

  • D

    $ \pm \,1$

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