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Set 2: Circles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A circle has radius 4. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 4. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A.

8pi

B.

20pi

C.

16pi

✓ Correct
D.

4pi

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Area = pi times r squared = pi times 4 squared = 16pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 8pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 20pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.