If a point $P(\alpha, \beta)$ on the line $y=1$ is such that the two distinct chords drawn on $x^2+y^2-\alpha x-y=0$ from $P$ are bisected by the $x$-axis,then

  • A
    $\alpha^2 < 8$
  • B
    $\alpha=2 \sqrt{2}$
  • C
    $\alpha^2 > 8$
  • D
    $\alpha=-2 \sqrt{2}$

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