Solve the problem.
-If a circular pond is $131 \mathrm{ft}$ across, how long a line must a fisherman have to be able to cast to the center of the pond? Round to the nearest hundredth when necessary.
A) $65.5 \mathrm{ft}$
B) $411.34 \mathrm{ft}$
C) $131 \mathrm{ft}$
D) $32.75 \mathrm{ft}$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The distance across the pond is the diameter, so the radius (half of the diameter) is the distance to the center, which is $131 \mathrm{ft} / 2 = 65.5 \mathrm{ft}$.

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