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Answer: DSet 1: Circles (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A circle has radius 7. What is the arc length of a 120-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A circle has radius 7. What is the arc length of a 120-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A.
7pi
B.
5.666666666666666pi
C.
14pi
D.✓ Correct
4.666666666666666pi
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. Arc length = (120/360) times 2 times pi times 7 = 4.666666666666666pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 7pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 5.666666666666666pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 14pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.