The chord joining two points $\theta_1$ and $\theta_2$ on the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ subtends a right angle at the . . . point. (Given $\tan \theta_1 \tan \theta_2 = -\frac{a^2}{b^2}$)

  • A
    Focus
  • B
    Center
  • C
    End of major axis
  • D
    End of minor axis

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