Which of the following is the area of the largest circles that can fit entirely inside a rectangle that measures 8 centimeters by 10 centimeters?
A. 18π cm2
B. 10 π cm2
C. 16 π cm2
D. 8 π cm2
To find the area of the largest circle that fits in the rectangle, we need to determine the area of a circle with a diameter of 8 cm or less to fit on the rectangle with the given measurements as illustrated below.
Area of circle= πr2
Radius of circle, r=8cm/2=4cm
Then, area of the largest circle is:
Area of circle= π*4 cm *4 cm =16π cm2
Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.