alleryA circle's radius grows by 50%. Its area grows by what percent?
A150%
B100%
C50%
D125%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 125%
Area scales with the square of the radius, 1.5 squared is 2.25, a 125 percent rise.
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