GCSE Maths
GCSE Maths Area of a Segment Exam Questions
Free GCSE Maths exam questions on Area of a Segment, with full model answers. Covers area of segments of circles.
Area of a Segment exam questions
1 question pack of real past exam questions with its mark scheme. Answer every question without notes, then mark your answers line by line against the mark scheme.
About GCSE Maths Area of a Segment
Area of a Segment is a Grade 7+ GCSE Maths topic, so it mostly comes up on Higher tier papers. These questions suit WJEC GCSE. Work through the pack without notes, then mark every answer against the model answers and redo any you got wrong a few days later.
What you need to know
- Method Sector area minus triangle area.
- Triangle Use ½ab sin C.
- Units Square units.
Common mistakes in Area of a Segment
- Adding the triangle.
- Using the diameter.
Try two Area of a Segment exam-style questions
1. Find the segment area for radius 6 and angle 60°. (3 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
3.26 units²
2. What two areas are needed? (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
The sector and the triangle
Area of a Segment FAQs
Which exam boards include Area of a Segment?
These questions suit WJEC GCSE.
What grade is Area of a Segment in GCSE Maths?
It is a Grade 7+ topic, so it mostly appears on Higher tier papers.
How should I use these Area of a Segment questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each answer against the model answers and redo the ones you got wrong.
