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Set 3: Circles (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that a circle has radius 7. What is the arc length of a 90-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 7. What is the arc length of a 90-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)

A.

7pi

B.

14pi

C.

3.5pi

✓ Correct
D.

4.5pi

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice C is the best answer. Arc length = (90/360) times 2 times pi times 7 = 3.5pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 7pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 14pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4.5pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.