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Answer: DSet 3: Circles (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A circle has radius 2. What is the arc length of a 120-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A circle has radius 2. What is the arc length of a 120-degree sector? (Express as a number times pi)
A.
2.333333333333333pi
B.
4pi
C.
2pi
D.✓ Correct
1.3333333333333333pi
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. Arc length = (120/360) times 2 times pi times 2 = 1.3333333333333333pi
Why others are wrong:
A: 2.333333333333333pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 2pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.