SSC MTS 2019 PYQ — Question 51

SSC MTS Previous Year - 08 August 2019 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q51

What is the area of the largest circle which can be inscribed in a square of side 28 cm?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 616 cm2

Understanding

Application

Calculation

Side of the square = 28 cm

So,

circle inscribed in it will have a radius of 14 cm (= 28/2)

 

Area of circle = πr2

Hence,

Area of circle = 616 cm2

⇒ πr2

⇒ 22/7 × 14 × 14

⇒ 616