$AB$ and $CD$ are two parallel chords of a circle with centre $P$. Also,the centre $P$ lies between $AB$ and $CD$. If $AB = 48 \, cm$,$CD = 40 \, cm$,and the radius of the circle is $25 \, cm$,find the distance between $AB$ and $CD$. (in $, cm$)

  • A
    $17$
  • B
    $19$
  • C
    $20$
  • D
    $22$

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