Math Problem Statement

Observe the figure and answer the questions related to arcs, radii, and circle measurements.

Solution

Let's analyze the image and solve the mathematical questions:


Questions and Answers

  1. Name two minor arcs.

    • Minor arcs are smaller than 180°. In the figure:
      • Minor arcs: PQ and RS.
  2. What is the measure of a semicircular arc?

    • A semicircular arc spans half the circle, measuring 180°.
  3. What is the measure of arc RST?

    • Arc RSTRST includes the angle A=100\angle A = 100^\circ. The measure of arc RSTRST is: 360100=260360^\circ - 100^\circ = 260^\circ
  4. What is arc PSR called?

    • Arc PSRPSR is greater than 180°, so it is called a major arc.
  5. What is the measure of arc RPS?

    • Arc RPSRPS excludes A\angle A, which is 100°. Thus, its measure is: 360100=260360^\circ - 100^\circ = 260^\circ

  1. Name the radius of the circle.

    • The radius is ASAS, as shown in the diagram.
  2. If the radius is 5 cm, what will be the diameter?

    • The diameter is twice the radius: Diameter=2×5=10cm\text{Diameter} = 2 \times 5 = 10 \, \text{cm}
  3. If the diameter is 21 cm, calculate the circumference.

    • The circumference CC is given by: C=π×diameter=π×2166cm(using π3.14)C = \pi \times \text{diameter} = \pi \times 21 \approx 66 \, \text{cm} \, (\text{using } \pi \approx 3.14)
  4. What is the perimeter of the circle called?

    • The perimeter of the circle is called the circumference.
  5. What is the measure of the circle?

    • The measure of a full circle is 360360^\circ.

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Relative Questions:

  1. What are major arcs, and can you provide examples from the circle above?
  2. How do we calculate the arc length of a semicircle if the radius is given?
  3. Why is the diameter of a circle twice the radius?
  4. What is the formula to calculate the area of a circle if only the circumference is known?
  5. How is the term "sector" related to arcs and radii of a circle?

Tip: Remember, the total angle of a circle is always 360360^\circ, which helps in calculating arc measures.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Circle geometry
Arcs and angles
Circumference and diameter
Radius and semicircles

Formulas

Circumference = π × diameter
Diameter = 2 × radius
Full circle angle = 360°

Theorems

The measure of a semicircular arc is 180°.
The sum of arcs in a circle equals 360°.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8