Find the distance (arc length) a point travels around a circle if it moves with constant speed v = 5.1 miles/day in time t = 8.1 days. Round your answer to one decimal place.
A) 0.6 miles
B) 1.6 miles
C) 41.3 miles
D) 82.6 miles

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The distance traveled around a circle at constant speed is given by the formula distance = speed × time. Here, v = 5.1 miles/day and t = 8.1 days, so distance = 5.1 miles/day × 8.1 days = 41.31 miles, which rounds to 41.3 miles.

Find the Distance (Arc Length) a Point Travels Around a Circle