Difference between radii from circumferences: Two concentric circles have circumferences 176 m and 132 m. Find the difference between their radii.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: 7 meter

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
For concentric circles, the difference in circumferences equals 2π times the difference in radii. This allows a one-step computation of the radial gap.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • C1 = 176 m, C2 = 132 m
  • ΔC = 44 m
  • Δr = ΔC / (2π)


Concept / Approach:
Apply the circumference formula in difference form and divide by 2π.



Step-by-Step Solution:
Δr = 44 / (2π) = 22 / π = 22 / (22/7) = 7 m



Verification / Alternative check:
With π ≈ 3.1416, Δr ≈ 7.0 m; both approximations agree.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
5 m, 6 m, and 8 m are off; 44 m confuses ΔC with Δr.



Common Pitfalls:
Dividing by π only (forgetting the factor 2); mixing units or misreading which is the larger circumference.



Final Answer:
7 meter

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