The line $x\cos \alpha + y\sin \alpha = p$will be a tangent to the circle ${x^2} + {y^2} - 2ax\cos \alpha - 2ay\sin \alpha = 0$, if $p = $

  • A

    $0$ or $a$

  • B

    $0$

  • C

    $2a$

  • D

    $0$ or $2a$

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