What is the approximate value of pi?
2 Answers
Sep 4, 2017
plz refer explanation
Explanation:
the approximate value of pi (π) is 3.14159265359 or
Although it is generally used as
the most accurate fraction equivalent to
Sep 4, 2017
See explanation...
Explanation:
The Chinese mathematician Zu Chongzhi (AD 420-500) calculated approximations to
3.1415926 < pi < 3.1415927
He identified two rational approximations to
22/7 = 3.bar(142857)
355/113 ~~ 3.1415929
Nowadays we tend to use the following approximations:
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3 for a quick rough and ready estimation. -
3.14 or22/7 for calculations for simple practical use. -
3.1415926536 or whatever accuracy your calculator gives you.
I occasionally find it useful to use