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Set 1: Circles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

A circle has radius 3. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 3. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A.

9pi

B.

6pi

✓ Correct
C.

8pi

D.

3pi

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. Circumference = 2 times pi times r = 2 times pi times 3 = 6pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 9pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 3pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.