CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter 12: Areas Related to Circles NCERT Solutions
This comprehensive guide provides NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Mathematics, Chapter 12, focusing on Areas Related to Circles. It breaks down complex problems into understandable steps, covering calculations for circumferences and areas of circles. The solutions explain how to find the radius of a new circle whose circumference or area is the sum of two given circles. It also details the calculation of areas for different scoring regions in an archery target, using the given value of pi. These solutions are designed to help students grasp the concepts thoroughly and prepare effectively for their board examinations by offering clear explanations and accurate results.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 10 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Session | 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Type | NCERT Solutions |
| Chapter | Chapter 12 |
Chapter summary
Chapter 12 of the NCERT Class 10 Mathematics textbook deals with Areas Related to Circles. This section provides detailed solutions for exercises involving the calculation of circumference and area of circles. It includes problems where students need to find the radius of a circle based on the sum of circumferences or areas of other circles. Additionally, it covers finding the areas of various scoring regions in a circular target, emphasizing the application of formulas and the use of a specific value for pi.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the relationship between radius, circumference, and area of a circle.
- Calculate the circumference of a circle using the formula C = 2πr.
- Calculate the area of a circle using the formula A = πr².
- Solve problems involving the sum of circumferences of two circles.
- Solve problems involving the sum of areas of two circles.
- Determine the area of different sectors or regions within a circular target.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Circumference of a circle
- Area of a circle
- Sum of circumferences of circles
- Sum of areas of circles
- Archery target scoring regions
- Area of concentric circles
- Application of π = 22/7
Important topics
- Calculating radius from sum of circumferences
- Calculating radius from sum of areas
- Area of individual scoring regions in a target
- Formulas for circumference and area
- Using π = 22/7
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Questions and Solutions
Question 1
Let the radius of the first circle be $r_1$ and the radius of the second circle be $r_2$. We are given:
- $r_1 = 19$ cm
- $r_2 = 9$ cm
The circumference of the first circle is $C_1 = 2\pi r_1 = 2\pi(19) = 38\pi$ cm.
The circumference of the second circle is $C_2 = 2\pi r_2 = 2\pi(9) = 18\pi$ cm.
Let the radius of the third circle be $r$. Its circumference is $C_3 = 2\pi r$.
According to the problem, the circumference of the third circle is equal to the sum of the circumferences of the first two circles:
$C_3 = C_1 + C_2$
To find the radius $r$, we divide both sides by $2\pi$:
Therefore, the radius of the circle whose circumference is the sum of the circumferences of the given two circles is 28 cm.
Question 2
Let the radius of the first circle be $r_1$ and the radius of the second circle be $r_2$. We are given:
- $r_1 = 8$ cm
- $r_2 = 6$ cm
The area of the first circle is $A_1 = \pi r_1^2 = \pi (8)^2 = 64\pi$ cm².
The area of the second circle is $A_2 = \pi r_2^2 = \pi (6)^2 = 36\pi$ cm².
Let the radius of the third circle be $r$. Its area is $A_3 = \pi r^2$.
According to the problem, the area of the third circle is equal to the sum of the areas of the first two circles:
$A_3 = A_1 + A_2$
To find the radius $r$, we first divide both sides by $\pi$:
Now, we take the square root of both sides:
Since the radius of a circle cannot be negative, we take the positive value.
Therefore, the radius of the circle having an area equal to the sum of the areas of the two given circles is 10 cm.
Question 3
We are given the diameter of the Gold region is 21 cm. The width of each subsequent band (Red, Blue, Black, White) is 10.5 cm. We need to find the area of each of the five scoring regions using $\pi = \frac{22}{7}$.
1. Gold Region:
Diameter of Gold region = 21 cm.
Radius of Gold region ($r_G$) = $\frac{21}{2} = 10.5$ cm.
Area of Gold region = $\pi r_G^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times (10.5)^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times 110.25 = 22 \times 15.75 = 346.5$ cm².
2. Red Region:
The Red region is a band around the Gold region. The radius of the circle including Gold and Red is the radius of Gold plus the width of the Red band.
Radius of circle (Gold + Red) ($r_{RG}$) = $10.5$ cm (radius of Gold) + $10.5$ cm (width of Red band) = $21$ cm.
Area of circle (Gold + Red) = $\pi r_{RG}^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times (21)^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times 441 = 22 \times 63 = 1386$ cm².
Area of Red region = Area of (Gold + Red) - Area of Gold
Area of Red region = $1386 - 346.5 = 1039.5$ cm².
3. Blue Region:
The Blue region is a band around the Gold and Red regions. The radius of the circle including Gold, Red, and Blue is the radius of (Gold + Red) plus the width of the Blue band.
Radius of circle (Gold + Red + Blue) ($r_{RGB}$) = $21$ cm (radius of Gold + Red) + $10.5$ cm (width of Blue band) = $31.5$ cm.
Area of circle (Gold + Red + Blue) = $\pi r_{RGB}^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times (31.5)^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times 992.25 = 22 \times 141.75 = 3118.5$ cm².
Area of Blue region = Area of (Gold + Red + Blue) - Area of (Gold + Red)
Area of Blue region = $3118.5 - 1386 = 1732.5$ cm².
4. Black Region:
The Black region is a band around the Gold, Red, and Blue regions. The radius of the circle including these three regions plus the Black band is the radius of (Gold + Red + Blue) plus the width of the Black band.
Radius of circle (Gold + Red + Blue + Black) ($r_{RGBB}$) = $31.5$ cm (radius of Gold + Red + Blue) + $10.5$ cm (width of Black band) = $42$ cm.
Area of circle (Gold + Red + Blue + Black) = $\pi r_{RGBB}^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times (42)^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times 1764 = 22 \times 252 = 5544$ cm².
Area of Black region = Area of (Gold + Red + Blue + Black) - Area of (Gold + Red + Blue)
Area of Black region = $5544 - 3118.5 = 2425.5$ cm².
5. White Region:
The White region is the outermost band. The radius of the entire target (including all five regions) is the radius of (Gold + Red + Blue + Black) plus the width of the White band.
Radius of the entire target ($r_{Total}$) = $42$ cm (radius of Gold + Red + Blue + Black) + $10.5$ cm (width of White band) = $52.5$ cm.
Area of the entire target = $\pi r_{Total}^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times (52.5)^2 = \frac{22}{7} \times 2756.25 = 22 \times 393.75 = 8662.5$ cm².
Area of White region = Area of the entire target - Area of (Gold + Red + Blue + Black)
Area of White region = $8662.5 - 5544 = 3118.5$ cm².
Summary of Areas:
- Area of Gold region = 346.5 cm²
- Area of Red region = 1039.5 cm²
- Area of Blue region = 1732.5 cm²
- Area of Black region = 2425.5 cm²
- Area of White region = 3118.5 cm²
Common mistakes
- Forgetting to square the radius when calculating the area.
- Using the diameter instead of the radius in area or circumference formulas.
- Errors in algebraic manipulation when solving for the unknown radius.
- Incorrectly applying the value of π, especially when it's given as a fraction.
- Confusing circumference formulas with area formulas.
Revision tips
- Review the formulas for circumference (C = 2πr) and area (A = πr²) before starting.
- Pay close attention to the units (cm, cm², etc.) throughout the calculations.
- Practice problems involving the sum of circumferences and the sum of areas separately.
- Understand how to calculate the area of concentric rings or sectors in a target.
- Double-check your calculations, especially when dealing with fractions and π = 22/7.
Practice MCQs
Q1. If the circumference of a circle is equal to the sum of the circumferences of two circles with radii 19 cm and 9 cm, what is the radius of the new circle?
Explanation: The circumference of the new circle is 2πr = 2π(19) + 2π(9) = 38π + 18π = 56π. Solving for r gives r = 56π / 2π = 28 cm.
Q2. What is the area of a circle with a radius of 8 cm?
Explanation: The area of a circle is calculated using the formula A = πr². For a radius of 8 cm, the area is A = π(8)² = 64π cm².
Q3. If the area of a circle is equal to the sum of the areas of two circles with radii 8 cm and 6 cm, what is the radius of the new circle?
Explanation: The area of the new circle is πr² = π(8)² + π(6)² = 64π + 36π = 100π. Solving for r gives r² = 100, so r = 10 cm (since radius must be positive).
Q4. In an archery target, the diameter of the Gold region is 21 cm. What is its radius?
Explanation: The radius is half the diameter. Given the diameter is 21 cm, the radius is 21/2 = 10.5 cm.
Q5. What is the area of the Gold scoring region if its radius is 10.5 cm and π = 22/7?
Explanation: Area = πr² = (22/7) * (10.5)² = (22/7) * 110.25 = 22 * 15.75 = 346.5 cm².
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter 12?
Chapter 12, Areas Related to Circles, focuses on understanding and calculating the circumference and area of circles, and applying these concepts to solve problems involving combined circles or specific regions within a circle, like an archery target.
How do these NCERT Solutions help with exam preparation?
These solutions provide clear, step-by-step explanations for each problem in Chapter 12, helping students understand the methods and formulas. This aids in building confidence and improving problem-solving skills for exams.
What is the formula for the circumference of a circle?
The formula for the circumference of a circle is C = 2πr, where 'r' is the radius of the circle.
What is the formula for the area of a circle?
The formula for the area of a circle is A = πr², where 'r' is the radius of the circle.
How are the areas of different scoring regions in an archery target calculated?
The areas of scoring regions are calculated by finding the area of the larger circle that encompasses the region and subtracting the area of the inner circle (if it's a ring), or by directly calculating the area of the innermost circle (like the Gold region).
When should I use π = 22/7?
You should use π = 22/7 when the problem explicitly states to use this value, or when the radius or diameter are given in multiples of 7, which often simplifies calculations.
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