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Set 3: Circles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that a circle has radius 7. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 7. What is its circumference? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A.

7pi

B.

49pi

C.

14pi

✓ Correct
D.

16pi

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice C is the best answer. Circumference = 2 times pi times r = 2 times pi times 7 = 14pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 7pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 49pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 16pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.