Math Problem Statement
C = 2πr for r
Solution
The equation shown in your image is:
This formula represents the circumference (C) of a circle, where is the radius of the circle, and (pi) is a mathematical constant approximately equal to 3.14159. This equation expresses how the circumference is proportional to the radius.
Explanation:
- 2π is a constant factor because π is a universal ratio between a circle’s circumference and diameter, and multiplying it by 2 gives the relation with the radius (since diameter = 2 × radius).
- The larger the radius , the greater the circumference .
- It’s useful in geometry problems where you need to calculate the perimeter or edge length of a circle.
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Here are five questions related to this concept:
- What is the circumference of a circle with a radius of 5 units?
- How does the circumference change if the radius doubles?
- Can this formula be rearranged to solve for the radius in terms of the circumference ?
- How does the circumference relate to the area of a circle?
- What happens to the circumference if is approximated as 3 instead of 3.14?
Tip: Always remember that circumference relates to linear distance around the edge of the circle, while area refers to the space inside the circle!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Circumference of a Circle
Formulas
C = 2πr
Theorems
Circle circumference formula
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8