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Answer: CSet 2: Circles (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that a circle has radius 11. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)
A circle has radius 11. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)
A.
24pi
B.
11pi
C.✓ Correct
22pi
D.
121pi
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice C is the best answer. Circumference = 2 times pi times r = 2 times pi times 11 = 22pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 24pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 11pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 121pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.