Mathematics

Area of a Circle

Calculate a circle area and circumference.

Area = πr²; Circumference = 2πr

Formula Explanation

Area measures the region enclosed by the circle; circumference measures its boundary.

Variables Explained

r = Radius; π ≈ 3.14159.

Solved Example

Find the area of a circle with radius 7 cm using π = 22/7.
Area = (22/7) × 7 × 7 = 154 cm².

Exam Tip

Do not confuse radius with diameter.