Solving for the Radius of a Circle in a Sector

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The discussion centers on the formula used to calculate the radius of a circle within a sector, specifically represented as sin(π/6) = r/(6-r). In this equation, 'r' denotes the radius of the circle, while '6' represents the radius of the sector. The participants emphasize the need for a visual illustration to clarify the relationship between the circle and the sector, enhancing understanding of the formula's application.

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Hi all,

I have found this formula being used but I am not sure what it means. It is used to find the radius of a circle in a sector. Hope you can help me understand it.

sin(π/6) = r/(6-r)

r is the radius of the circle itself and 6 is the radius of the sector or the circle of the sector. I may have to post an illustration if you can understand.

Thank you.
 
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A sketch would be useful, indeed.
I expect that the sketch shows what the formula means.
 

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