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Set 1: Circles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A circle has radius 2. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 2. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A.

4pi

✓ Correct
B.

2pi

C.

4pi

D.

6pi

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Area = pi times r squared = pi times 2 squared = 4pi

Why others are wrong:
B: 2pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 6pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.