#4 Arc and sectors mini Flashcard

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What is the formula for the area of a sector?

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The area of a sector can be calculated using the formula: \( A = \frac{1}{2} r^2 \theta \), where \( r \) is the radius and \( \theta \) is the angle in radians.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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How do you convert degrees to radians?

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To convert degrees to radians, use the formula: \( radians = degrees \times \frac{\pi}{180} \).

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CCSS.HSF.TF.A.1

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What is the formula for the arc length of a sector?

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The arc length \( L \) of a sector can be calculated using the formula: \( L = r \theta \), where \( r \) is the radius and \( \theta \) is the angle in radians.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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What is the relationship between the radius and the area of a sector?

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The area of a sector increases with the square of the radius, meaning if the radius doubles, the area increases by a factor of four.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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What is the approximate value of \( \pi \)?

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The approximate value of \( \pi \) is 3.14.

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CCSS.HSG.GMD.A.1

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How do you find the perimeter of a sector?

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The perimeter of a sector can be found using the formula: \( P = 2r + L \), where \( L \) is the arc length.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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What is the significance of the angle in calculating the area of a sector?

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The angle determines the proportion of the circle that the sector represents; a larger angle results in a larger area.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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How do you calculate the area of a sector given the radius and angle in degrees?

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First, convert the angle from degrees to radians, then use the formula: \( A = \frac{1}{2} r^2 \theta \).

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5

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What is the formula for the area of a circle?

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The area of a circle is given by the formula: \( A = \pi r^2 \), where \( r \) is the radius.

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CCSS.7.G.B.4

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What is the relationship between arc length and radius?

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The arc length is directly proportional to the radius; as the radius increases, the arc length increases for a given angle.

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CCSS.HSG.C.B.5