π/4
Definition
π/4 (pi over 4) is equal to approximately 0.785 radians or 45 degrees. It represents one-fourth of the way around a circle.
Analogy
Imagine cutting up your favorite pizza into four slices, and then taking one slice that covers exactly one-fourth of its circumference. That's π/4!
Related terms
Radian: A radian is a unit of measurement for angles, defined as the angle subtended by an arc that is equal in length to the radius of the circle.
Unit circle: The unit circle is a circle with a radius of 1 unit. It is used to understand and visualize trigonometric functions.
Circular motion: Circular motion refers to the movement of an object along a circular path, such as a car going around a racetrack.
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