Question

What is the approximate distance?

Answer 1

251.2

Explanation:

In this case, you need to find the circumference, which is calculated using the formula C = 2πr (where π = 3.14 and r is the radius of the circle). The radius of this circular ride is half of the given length, or 40 ft. 2 * 3.14 * 40 = 251.2.

Therefore, if the ride moves along a circular path, the approximate distance, in feet, of one complete loop of this path is 251.2 ft.

Answer 2

Your teacher basically wants you to find the circumference (aka perimeter around the circle)

C = circumference

pi = 3.14 approximately

d = diameter = 80 ft

Use the formula below to plug in the given values

C = pi*d

C = 3.14*80

C = 251.2

The perimeter around the circle is roughly 251.2 feet, so this is the distance you travel if you were to go in one full 360 degree loop on the wheel.

Final Answer: Choice D) 251.2 feet