Math
Square in a Circle Calculator
Find the largest square that fits inside a circle of given radius.
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The biggest square inside a circle has its diagonal equal to the circle's diameter.
The math behind it
The square's diagonal equals 2r, so its side is 2r ÷ √2 = r√2, and its area is 2r².
Worked Example
Radius 5 → side 7.07, area 50.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fraction of the circle does it cover?
About 63.7% (2/π) of the circle's area.
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