Math Problem Statement

Find the Arc Length given r = 4 inches and θ = 2π/3 radians.

Solution

The problem in the image asks to "Find the Arc Length" given the following information:

  • r=4r = 4 inches (radius)
  • θ=2π3\theta = \frac{2\pi}{3} radians (central angle)

Formula for Arc Length:

The formula to find the arc length ss of a circle is: s=rθs = r \cdot \theta where:

  • rr is the radius of the circle,
  • θ\theta is the central angle in radians.

Substituting the given values:

s=42π3s = 4 \cdot \frac{2\pi}{3} s=8π3 inchess = \frac{8\pi}{3} \text{ inches}

So, the arc length is 8π3\frac{8\pi}{3} inches, which is approximately 8.388.38 inches.

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the relationship between the radius and arc length in a unit circle?
  2. How does the arc length change if the central angle is given in degrees instead of radians?
  3. Can you calculate the sector area for the same radius and angle?
  4. How would you find the arc length if the radius was halved?
  5. What happens to the arc length if the central angle becomes π\pi radians?

Tip: Always ensure the angle is in radians when applying the arc length formula s=rθs = r \theta.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Circles
Radians

Formulas

Arc length formula: s = r * θ

Theorems

Relationship between central angle and arc length

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12