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Puzzles/Geometric Puzzles/Rectangle and Circle

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Problem

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Suppose we have a circle inscribed within a square. Now suppose a rectangle extends from one corner of the square to a point on the circle (see diagram).

If this rectangle is 6 inches by 12 inches, what is the radius of the circle in inches?

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