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Set 4: Circles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, a circle has radius 2. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A circle has radius 2. What is its area? (Express answer as a number times pi)

A.

4pi

B.

6pi

C.

4pi

✓ Correct
D.

2pi

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice C is the best answer. Area = pi times r squared = pi times 2 squared = 4pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 2pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.