5 circles inside 1 large circle

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What is the most compact way of arranging 5 circles inside 1 large circle. If possible, show it by drawing a picture.
 

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@Greathouse

u r truly great, can u suggest some more configurations? I need them for my project.
thanks
 
I showed the most compact way, any particular restrictions on the others? Examples: 5 circles in a line, or equally spaced about a point.
 
I think that should work..thanks for the help! :)
 

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