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The formula calculates the radius of a quarter circle when the area is known. It is derived from the standard area formula of a full circle and adjusted for a quarter section.
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Explanation: The formula rearranges the quarter circle area formula \( A = \frac{1}{4} \pi r^2 \) to solve for the radius.
Details: Calculating the radius from a known area is essential in geometry, engineering, and design applications where quarter circle shapes are used.
Tips: Enter the area of the quarter circle in square meters. The value must be positive and greater than zero.
Q1: What is a quarter circle?
A: A quarter circle is one-fourth of a full circle, formed by two radii at right angles and the arc connecting them.
Q2: How is this formula derived?
A: Starting from the full circle area formula \( A_{full} = \pi r^2 \), the quarter circle area is \( A = \frac{1}{4} \pi r^2 \). Solving for r gives \( r = \sqrt{\frac{4A}{\pi}} \).
Q3: What units should I use?
A: Use consistent units (typically meters for radius and square meters for area). The calculator will return results in the same unit system.
Q4: Can this calculator handle decimal inputs?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts decimal values for area with up to 4 decimal places precision.
Q5: What if I get an error message?
A: Ensure you've entered a positive numerical value for the area. Negative values and zero are not valid inputs.