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Answer: CSet 3: Circles (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that a circle has radius 4. What is the area of a 90-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A circle has radius 4. What is the area of a 90-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A.
8pi
B.
8pi
C.✓ Correct
4pi
D.
16pi
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice C is the best answer. Sector area = (90/360) times pi times 4 squared = 4pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 8pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 8pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 16pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.