Math Problem Statement

Solve the literal equation for r. A = πr²

Solution

We are given the equation for the area of a circle:

A=πr2A = \pi r^2

We need to solve for rr in terms of AA.


Steps to Solve:

  1. Isolate r2r^2: Divide both sides of the equation by π\pi to remove the constant:

    Aπ=r2\frac{A}{\pi} = r^2

  2. Solve for rr: Take the square root of both sides. Remember that the square root introduces both positive and negative roots, but in this context, rr (radius) is non-negative:

    r=Aπr = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}


Final Answer:

r=Aπr = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}


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Related Questions:

  1. If A=25πA = 25\pi, what is the value of rr?
  2. Solve for rr if A=78.5A = 78.5 and π3.14\pi \approx 3.14.
  3. Derive the formula for AA in terms of rr if the equation is reversed.
  4. How would the formula change if we used circumference instead of area?
  5. What is the geometric meaning of rr in this equation?

Tip:

To isolate a variable in a formula, use inverse operations step by step, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and roots.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Literal Equations
Square Roots

Formulas

Area of a Circle: A = πr²
Square root operation

Theorems

Properties of square roots

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10