Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
**The reasoning**
The formula for circumference is **C = 2πr**, where r is the radius.
Given: r = 7 and π = 22/7
Substitute into the formula:
C = 2 × (22/7) × 7
Let's work through it:
C = 2 × 22 × 7/7
C = 2 × 22 × 1
C = **44**
Notice how the 7s cancel out perfectly! This is actually a common exam setup — when they give you π = 22/7 and radius = 7 (or 14, 21, etc.), the calculation becomes super clean.
**Why the wrong options tempt you**
- **A) 22** — You might forget to multiply by 2, using just πr instead of 2πr
- **C) 88** — You might accidentally do 2 × 2 × 22 (multiplying the 2 by itself)
- **D) 154** — This is the **area** (πr² = 22/7 × 49), not circumference. Classic trap when you're rushing!
**Quick takeaway**
Circumference = "going around" = 2πr (always has that 2); Area = "filling inside" = πr² (has the square). Know your formulas cold!
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