If $\tan \theta_1 \cdot \tan \theta_2 = -\frac{a^2}{b^2}$,then the chord joining two points $\theta_1$ and $\theta_2$ on the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ will subtend a right angle at:

  • A
    focus
  • B
    centre
  • C
    end of the major axis
  • D
    end of the minor axis

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