Understanding the Two Formulas for Calculating Circle Area

Learn the two simple formulas to calculate the area of a circle: using radius and diameter.

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There are two formulas to calculate the area of a circle: A = πr², where A is the area and r is the radius, and A = (πd²)/4, where d is the diameter of the circle. Both are straightforward ways to find the area.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the formula for the area of a circle using the radius? The formula is A = πr², where A is the area and r is the radius.
  2. How do you calculate the area of a circle using the diameter? You can use the formula A = (πd²)/4, where d is the diameter.
  3. Why are there two formulas for the area of a circle? Both formulas are derived from the same mathematical principles but use different parameters—radius or diameter.
  4. What is the value of π in mathematics? The value of π (pi) is approximately 3.14159, and it represents the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter.