Two circles touch each other internally. The radius of the

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Two circles touch each other internally. The radius of the larger circle is 6 cm and the distance between the centre is 2 cm, then the radius (in cms) of the other circle is

1. 8
2. 2
3. 4
4. 3

Correct Option: C

As per the given in question , we draw a figure of two circles touch each other internally ,

The radius of the larger circle ( r₁ ) = 6 cm
and the distance between the centre ( OO' ) = 2 cm
As we know that , OO' = r₁ + r₂
Radius of other circle = 6 – 2 = 4 cm.