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The region shaded in blue is called a ___ of the circle.


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major sector

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major segment

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minor sector

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minor segment

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Solution

The correct option is B

major segment


Area enclosed within an arc and a chord of a circle is called a segment of the circle.

The region shaded purple is smaller and is known as a minor segment of the circle.

The region shaded blue covers more area and is known as a major segment of the circle.


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