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Answer: DSet 3: Circles (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that 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.
4pi
B.
8pi
C.
20pi
D.✓ Correct
16pi
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. Area = pi times r squared = pi times 4 squared = 16pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 8pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 20pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.