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WAEC Mathematics 2013 Objective — Question 16

Question 16 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The lengths of the minor and major arcs of a circle are 54cm and 126cm respectively. Calculate the angle of the major sector.

  • A. 306°
  • B. 252°Correct
  • C. 246°
  • D. 234°

Explanation

Total arc corresponds to 360°. Angle of major sector = (126/(54+126))×360° = (126/180)×360° = 252°.

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