$x = 7$ touches the circle ${x^2} + {y^2} - 4x - 6y - 12 = 0$, then the coordinates of the point of contact are

  • A

    $(7, 3)$

  • B

    $(7, 4)$

  • C

    $(7, 8)$

  • D

    $(7, 2)$

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