Let $G$ be a circle of radius $R>0$. Let $G_1, G_2, \ldots, G_n$ be $n$ circles of equal radius $r>0$. Suppose each of the $n$ circles $G_1, G_2, \ldots, G_n$ touches the circle $G$ externally. Also,for $i=1,2, \ldots, n-1$,the circle $G_i$ touches $G_{i+1}$ externally,and $G_n$ touches $G_1$ externally. Then,which of the following statements is/are $TRUE$?
$(A)$ If $n=4$,then $(\sqrt{2}-1)r < R$
$(B)$ If $n=5$,then $r < R$
$(C)$ If $n=8$,then $(\sqrt{2}-1)r < R$
$(D)$ If $n=12$,then $\sqrt{2}(\sqrt{3}+1)r > R$

  • A
    $A, B$
  • B
    $A, C$
  • C
    $A, D$
  • D
    $C, D$

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