College Algebra (10th Edition)

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Chapter 3 - Section 3.6 - Mathematical Models: Building Functions - 3.6 Assess Your Understanding - Page 264: 16

Answer

$C(r) = \frac{2\pi x}{\sqrt3}$

Work Step by Step

In equilateral triangle, circumcenter, incenter coincide So OA is also angle bisector. This gives $r = \frac{x}{\sqrt3}$ Now circumference of circle = $C(r) = 2\pi r$ = $2\pi\frac{x}{\sqrt3}$ $C(r) = \frac{2\pi x}{\sqrt3}$
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