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What is the maximum number of points of intersection of a circle and a triangle?

A 3
B 6
C 4
D 2

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A circle can intersect each side of a triangle at most at 2 points. 3 sides × 2 = 6 maximum intersection points.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is the maximum number of points of intersection of a circle and a triangle?" is Option B: 6.

The other options — A) 3, C) 4, D) 2 — are incorrect for this GRE Exam Prep question. As explained above: A circle can intersect each side of a triangle at most at 2 points. 3 sides × 2 = 6 maximum intersection points.

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