Area of Sector
A = (theta/360)*pi*r*r
Definition
Area of a sector is the fraction of the full circle area corresponding to the central angle.
Variables
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
θ |
Central angle in degrees |
r |
Radius |
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Sector Area
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cm²
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Area of Sector
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Answer
A = (theta/360)*pi*r*r
Area of a sector is the fraction of the full circle area corresponding to the central angle.
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- Circles
- Mensuration
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