SOLUTION: Problem: I have a 45 foot length of gating material divided into 30" sections. Approximately how large of a circle (in square feet) could be formed?
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Question 331311: Problem: I have a 45 foot length of gating material divided into 30" sections. Approximately how large of a circle (in square feet) could be formed?
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Your circumference must be 45 feet. Then the radius of your circle must be
The area is given by:
Substituting:
I'll leave you alone to spend some quality time with your calculator.
John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it

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