Solve the Problem $78.5$ Square Inches, What Is the Area of a Circle with

question 217

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Round your answer to two decimal places.
-The area of a circle varies directly as the square of the radius of the circle. If a circle with a radius of 5 inches has an area of $78.5$ square inches, what is the area of a circle with a radius of 14 inches?

• A) \(43.96 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(615.44 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }\)
• C) \(617.84 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(87.92 \mathrm { in } ^ { 2 }\)