7. In circle M, segment AB is tangent to the circle at point C. AB has endpoints such that AM LBM, AC=9 and BC= 4. What is the length of the radius of circle M. Show how you arrived at your answer. M A C 4 B 9

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7. In circle M, segment AB is tangent to the circle at point C. AB has endpoints such that AM LBM,
AC=9 and BC= 4. What is the length of the radius of circle M. Show how you arrived at your answer.
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