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Set 1: Circles (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

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.

4.666666666666666pi

✓ Correct

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.