Pi Day Facts
What are the first 6 digits of pi?
3.14159
Why should you never start talking to pi at a party?
Because it goes on forever
What is the most popular type of pie in North America?
Apple pie
Draw the symbol for pi
upper case : - Î
lower case: - TT
What famous mathematician shares a birthday with Pi Day?
Albert Einstein
What is a mathematician’s favorite snake?
Which civilization first invented pie?
Ancient Egyptians are credited with creating the first recognizable form of pie as early as 9500 BCE. These early, often savory, creations consisted of baked, ground-grain dough (oats, wheat, barley, or rye) filled with honey, nuts, and fruits.
How do you find pi?/ What is the equation for pi?
pi = c/d
What year did Congress pass a resolution marking the observance of Pi Day in the US?
Pi Day wasn't celebrated in the United States as it is today until Congress passed Resolution 224 in 2009, marking its observance. They did so with the hopes of promoting a higher level of enthusiasm for science and math among American students.
Why did pi fail its driving test?
Because it didn't know when to stop
What is in a mince meat pie?
A mincemeat pie is a sweet pie of English origin filled with "mincemeat" i.e. a mixture of dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, currants), apple, candied citrus peel, sugar, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves), and often brandy or rum
What is the difference between radius and diameter?
Radius is half the diameter
What language does the pi symbol come from?
The (pi) symbol comes from the Greek language
What do you get when you divide a jack-o-lantern by its diameter?
Pumpkin pi
How many millions of pies are sold on average each year in North America?
Approx. 186 million units (or $700 million) are sold in grocery stores every year. This does not include restaurants, food service or price clubs.
What does circumference mean?
The perimeter of a circle .