Math Puzzle for June 5, 2026

Trapezoid traps circle, Euclid pays ransom

A circle is inscribed within an isosceles trapezoid. All four sides of the trapezoid are tangent to the circle.

Angle θ has a measure of 72.7325641 degrees; the trapezoid has an area of 2,368 square meters.

Find the Area of the inscribed circle.

A correct answer sent to [email protected] could win a Tucker’s gift card.

Last week’s winner was Ben Chacon with Area = 36,933.78 square meters.

(Use of AI is strictly forbidden.)

Jeff Smith is a former Math teacher and a retired US Navy Lieutenant Commander. Reach him at [email protected].