Math Problem Statement

What is the circumradius of an equilateral triangle of sides 8 centimeter

Solution

For an equilateral triangle, the circumradius RR can be calculated using the formula:

R=s3R = \frac{s}{\sqrt{3}}

where ss is the side length of the triangle.

Given s=8cms = 8 \, \text{cm}, we can plug this value into the formula:

R=838×334.62cmR = \frac{8}{\sqrt{3}} \approx \frac{8 \times \sqrt{3}}{3} \approx 4.62 \, \text{cm}

Thus, the circumradius of the equilateral triangle is approximately 4.62cm4.62 \, \text{cm}.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the formula for the inradius of an equilateral triangle?
  2. How does the circumradius change if the side length doubles?
  3. Can the circumradius formula be applied to other types of triangles?
  4. What is the area of an equilateral triangle with the same side length?
  5. How can you construct an equilateral triangle inscribed in a circle?

Tip: In an equilateral triangle, the circumradius is always proportional to the side length by a factor of 13\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Equilateral Triangles
Circumradius

Formulas

R = s / √3

Theorems

Equilateral Triangle Properties
Circumradius Formula for Equilateral Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10