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Answer: DSet 3: Circles (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A circle has radius 2. What is the area of a 60-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A circle has radius 2. What is the area of a 60-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A.
1.3333333333333333pi
B.
4pi
C.
4pi
D.✓ Correct
0.6666666666666666pi
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. Sector area = (60/360) times pi times 2 squared = 0.6666666666666666pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 1.3333333333333333pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.