Question

what is the center of the circle shown below?
a. j
b. 7.8
c. \overline{jk}
d. k

Explanation:

Identify the center point of the circle

The center of a circle is the fixed point from which all points on the boundary of the circle are equidistant. In the given diagram, point \(J\) is located at the center of the circle.

Identify the other labeled elements

• Point \(K\) lies on the boundary of the circle.
• Segment \(\overline{JK}\) represents a radius of the circle.
• The value \(7.8\) represents the length of the radius \(\overline{JK}\).

Answer:

• (A) J (Correct answer)
• (B) 7.8
• (C) \(\overline{JK}\)
• (D) K