This math topic focuses on calculating the area of a circle sector by converting a sector's fraction of the entire circle into its corresponding area in terms of π. It involves working with different radius values and different fractions of circles to determine the areas of the sectors. The questions in this topic illustrate practical application of the formula for the area of a sector: \( A = \frac{\theta}{360} \pi r^2 \), where \( \theta \) is the central angle in degrees, and \( r \) is the radius of the circle. Each problem presents multiple choice answers, enhancing understanding of circle geometry, specifically sectors.

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Area of a Circle Sector From Fraction to Area (Equation) Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Area of a Circle Sector From Fraction to Area (Equation) (Level 3)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Geometry - Circle Area, Sectors and Donuts - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/geometry_circles_sector_donut_area_logic_intro/
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 1/6 of the circle with radius 6
a A LaTex expression showing 9 over 2 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 5Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 3 over 2 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 17 over 2 Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 6Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 1/5 of the circle with radius 6
a A LaTex expression showing 57 over 5 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 6Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 36 over 5 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 33 over 5 Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 51 over 5 Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 8/9 of the circle with radius 6
a A LaTex expression showing 512 over 9 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 400 over 9 Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 428 over 9 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 32Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 3/8 of the circle with radius 3
a A LaTex expression showing 31 over 8 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 37 over 8 Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 27 over 8 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 19 over 8 Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 39 over 8 Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 7/8 of the circle with radius 3
a A LaTex expression showing 63 over 8 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 9 over 8 Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 105 over 8 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 111 over 8 Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 57 over 8 Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 4/9 of the circle with radius 5
a A LaTex expression showing 40 over 9 Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 140 over 9 Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 10 over 9 Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 100 over 9 Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 190 over 9 Pi
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Find the area (in terms of π) of the green shaded sector that covers 2/5 of the circle with radius 5
a A LaTex expression showing 1Pi
b A LaTex expression showing 19Pi
c A LaTex expression showing 16Pi
d A LaTex expression showing 10Pi
e A LaTex expression showing 18Pi