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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics practice

MCQ practice - Perform calculations related to the circumference and area of a circle, with answers potentially expressed in terms of π. The necessary formulas are provided in the List of formulas. Additionally, calculate the arc length and sector area as fractions of the circle's circumference and area, given that the sector angle is a divisor of 360°. - Circles, arcs and sectors

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Circles, arcs and sectors

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What is the circumference of a circle with a radius of 7 cm?.

  1. A.14π cm
  2. B.21π cm
  3. C.7π cm
  4. D.28π cm

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  • Topic focus: Circles, arcs and sectors.
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Circle with Radius 4 cm

Calculate the circumference and area of a circle with a radius of 4 cm.

  1. a

    Calculate the circumference of the circle.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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  2. b

    Calculate the area of the circle.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]