Two circles whose radii are equal to $4$ and $8$ intersects at right angles. The length of  their common chord is:-

  • A

    $\frac{16}{\sqrt 5}$

  • B

    $8$

  • C

    $4\sqrt 6$

  • D

    $\frac{8 \sqrt 5}{5}$

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