The lines $y - y_1 = m (x - x_1) \pm a \,\sqrt {1\,\, + \,\,{m^2}} $ are tangents to the same circle . The radius of the circle is :

  • A

    $a/2$

  • B

    $a$

  • C

    $2a$

  • D

    none

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