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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics

5.3Circles, arcs and sectors

Circles, arcs and sectors in Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 5.3.1Calculate the circumference and area of a circle, including answers in terms of π.
  2. 5.3.2Calculate arc lengths and sector areas as fractions of the circumference and area of a circle (Core: sector angles that are factors of 360°; Extended: any angle, including major sectors).

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  • Circles, arcs and sectors

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Circles, arcs and sectors: sample question

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Calculate the circumference of a circle of radius 8.5 cm. Give your answer correct to 3 significant figures.

Answer in cm.

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