Question

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what is the span of the compass in drawing a circle through one
point given the center at another point?

diameter

radius

circumference of the circle

area of the circle

Explanation:

To determine the span of the compass when drawing a circle with a given center and a point on the circle, we recall the definitions:

• Radius: The distance from the center of a circle to any point on its circumference.
• Diameter: Twice the radius (distance across the circle through the center).
• Circumference: The total length around the circle.
• Area: The space enclosed by the circle.

When using a compass, the span (distance between the two compass points) must equal the radius, as one point is at the center and the other is at the point on the circle (defining the radius length).

Answer:

B. Radius