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What is the definition of perimeter?
What is the definition of perimeter?
A closed path that encompasses, surrounds, or outlines either a two dimensional shape or a one-dimensional length.
What is the practical application of calculating perimeter?
What is the practical application of calculating perimeter?
Calculating the length of fence required to surround a yard or garden.
How can the perimeter of a wheel/circle be described?
How can the perimeter of a wheel/circle be described?
The perimeter of a wheel/circle (its circumference) describes how far it will roll in one revolution.
Study Notes
Perimeter Definition
- The perimeter is the distance around a shape or figure.
Practical Applications
- Calculating perimeter is essential in various real-world scenarios, such as:
- Architecture: to determine the distance around a building or a room
- Construction: to measure the boundary of a site or a plot of land
- Landscaping: to calculate the distance around a garden or a park
- Furniture making: to determine the distance around a piece of furniture
Perimeter of a Circle
- The perimeter of a circle is also known as the circumference.
- It can be calculated using the formula: Circumference = 2 × π × radius
- For a wheel, the perimeter is the distance around the outer edge of the wheel.
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Test your knowledge of perimeter and circumference with this quiz! Explore the concepts and calculations involved in determining the perimeter of various shapes and the circumference of circles. Perfect for math enthusiasts and those interested in practical applications of perimeter.
