Question

A sphere has a surface area of 80 square feet. Which choice is the closest to its radius? Use 3.14 to approximate pi.

Answer 1

Answer: 2.52 feet

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer: 2.524 ft
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The equation for the surface area of a sphere is
`SA = 4 \pi r^2`.
SA = surface area
r = radius

You're told that the surface area, SA = 80 square feet. Plug that into the equation and solve for r:

`80 = 4 \pi r^2\\ 20 = (3.14) r^2\\ r^2 = (20)/(3.14) \\ r = \sqrt{ (20)/(3.14)}\\ r \approx 2.524 \: ft`