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points a and b are each at the centers of circles of radius ab. 4. write a conjecture about line efs relationship with segment ab.
Step1: Recall circle - intersection properties
Since the two circles have centers at \(A\) and \(B\) with radius \(AB\), the points \(E\) and \(F\) are the intersection - points of the two circles.
Step2: Analyze the symmetry
The line \(EF\) is the common - chord of the two intersecting circles. By the property of intersecting circles, the line joining the centers of two intersecting circles (\(AB\)) is the perpendicular bisector of the common - chord (\(EF\)).
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Line \(EF\) is perpendicular to segment \(AB\) and \(AB\) bisects \(EF\).