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This is not possible, since the point (4,6) lies inside the circle : X2 + Y2 = 16 Tangents to a circle or ellipse never pass through the circle

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Q: Find the equations of the lines that are tangent to the ellipse x squared plus y squared equals sixteen and that also pass through the point x equals 4 and y equals 6?
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