Circles, Arcs & Sectors Practice Questions

Question 1

3 marks

Do not use a calculator for this question.

The diagram shows a circle with centre OO.

The straight line ABAB joins two points on the circle.
The straight line shown touches the circle at the point TT.

OABT

(a)

Write down the mathematical name of the straight line ABAB.

(b)

Write down the mathematical name of the straight line that touches the circle at TT.

(c)

On the diagram, draw and shade a sector of the circle.

Question 2

4 marks

You may use a calculator for this question.

A circle has a radius of 6.56.5 cm.

(a)

Work out the circumference of the circle.

Give your answer correct to 1 decimal place.

........................................... cm

(b)

Work out the area of the circle.

Give your answer correct to 1 decimal place.

........................................... cm2^2