What are the measuring units of Arc Length?

Arc length can be measured in miles, yards, centimeters, kilometers, meters, inches, or feet. Arc length isn’t measured in radians because it’s a distance, not an angle.

How to calculate the arc length with the radius and central angle?

Multiply the radius by the central angle (in radians).

Central angle (θ)

Radius (r)

Diameter (d)

Chord length (c)

Arc length (L)

Sector area (A)

FAQs

What are the measuring units of Arc Length?: Arc length can be measured in miles, yards, centimeters, kilometers, meters, inches, or feet. Arc length isn’t measured in radians because it’s a distance, not an angle.
How to calculate the arc length with the radius and central angle?: Multiply the radius by the central angle (in radians).

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