Question

Find the approximate area of a circle thet has a diameter of 17 inches. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth

A. 26.69 in 2
B. 106.76 in 2
C. 226.87 in 2
D. 53.38 in 2

Answer 1

C. 226.87 in 2

Using the area of a circle formula

A=πr2

Answer 2

226.87 in^2

Explanation:

Formula

Area = pi*r^2

r = d/2

Givens

pi = 3.15

d = 17 inches.

Solution

r = d/2

r = 17/2

r = 8.5

Area = pi*r^2

Area = 3.14 * 8.5^2

227.87 in^2