SOLUTION: A clock has a diameter of 4 inches. About how far does the end of the long hand travel during one hour?

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Question 397615: A clock has a diameter of 4 inches. About how far does the end of the long hand travel during one hour?
Answer by robertb(5830) About Me  (Show Source):
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Use the formula s+=+r%2Atheta, where s = arc length along the circle, r = radius, and theta = angular measure in radians. You have to find s given
r = 4/2 = 2, and theta+=+2pi. S is then equal to 4pi inches.