KVPY2019MathematicsStraight Lines
Let S be a subset of the plane defined by S = x , y : | x | + 2 | y | = 1 . Then, the radius of the smallest circle with centre at the origin and having non-empty intersection with S is
Options
- A1 5
- B1 5
- C1 2
- D2 5
Correct answer
B. 1 5
Step-by-step solution
The radius of the smallest circle with centre at the origin and having non-empty intersection with S = x , y : | x | + 2 | y | = 1 is radius of inscribed circle of rhombus having sides represented by equation | x | + 2 | y | = 1 . r = | 0 + 2 0 - 1 | 1 + 4 = 1 5