Does the curve \((x-a)^2+(y-b)^2=16\) intersect the \(y\)-axis?

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Does the curve \((x-a)^2+(y-b)^2=16\) intersect the \(y\)-axis?

(1) \(a^2+b^2>16\)

(2) \(a=|b|+5\)

Answer: B

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