WAEC Mathematics 2006 Question 41

Question 41

Mensuration of Plane Shapes

The wheel of a tractor has diameter 1.4 m. What distance does it cover in 100 complete revolutions? (Take π = 22/7)

  1. A.140 m
  2. B.220 m
  3. C.280 m
  4. D.440 m
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (440 m)

Explanation

One revolution = πd = 22/7 × 1.4 = 4.4 m. 100 revolutions = 440 m.