Math Problem Statement

Convert the radian measure to degrees: (a) π/2, (b) π/4, (c) 2π/3, (d) π/6

Solution

To convert radians to degrees, we use the formula:

Degrees=Radians×180π\text{Degrees} = \text{Radians} \times \frac{180^\circ}{\pi}

Let's convert each option:

(a) π2\frac{\pi}{2}

π2×180π=90\frac{\pi}{2} \times \frac{180^\circ}{\pi} = 90^\circ

(b) π4\frac{\pi}{4}

π4×180π=45\frac{\pi}{4} \times \frac{180^\circ}{\pi} = 45^\circ

(c) 2π3\frac{2\pi}{3}

2π3×180π=120\frac{2\pi}{3} \times \frac{180^\circ}{\pi} = 120^\circ

(d) π6\frac{\pi}{6}

π6×180π=30\frac{\pi}{6} \times \frac{180^\circ}{\pi} = 30^\circ

Summary of Answers

  • (a) π2=90\frac{\pi}{2} = 90^\circ
  • (b) π4=45\frac{\pi}{4} = 45^\circ
  • (c) 2π3=120\frac{2\pi}{3} = 120^\circ
  • (d) π6=30\frac{\pi}{6} = 30^\circ

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Here are some additional questions to explore:

  1. How would you convert 1 radian into degrees?
  2. What is the degree measure of 3π3\pi radians?
  3. Can you convert 45 degrees back into radians?
  4. What is the radian equivalent of a full 360-degree circle?
  5. If an angle measures 5π6\frac{5\pi}{6}, what is its degree equivalent?

Tip: To easily convert radians to degrees, remember that π\pi radians is equal to 180 degrees.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Angle Conversion
Radian Measure
Degree Measure

Formulas

Degrees = Radians × (180° / π)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12