Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Circles, arcs and sectors

Circles, arcs and sectors — practice question

The diagram illustrates a cross section of a cylinder with centre $O$ and radius $r$, resting on its side. Water in the cylinder reaches a depth of $18\text{ cm}$. The width, $AB$, across the water surface is $24\text{ cm}$.
(a)[4]

Use an algebraic approach to show that $r = 13\text{ cm}$.

(b)[2]

Show that angle $AOB = 134.8^\circ$, accurate to 1 decimal place.

(c(i))[3]

Calculate the area enclosed by the major sector $OAPB$.

(c(ii))[3]

Calculate the area of shaded segment $APB$.

(c(iii))[1]

Calculate the volume of water inside the cylinder.

(d)[2]

Find the value of $h$.

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