In the figure,if $PA$ and $PB$ are tangents to the circle with center $O$ such that $\angle APB = 50^{\circ}$,then $\angle OAB$ is equal to: (in $^{\circ}$)

  • A
    $30$
  • B
    $40$
  • C
    $25$
  • D
    $50$

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