Circle and Square I

The diameter of a circle is the same length as the side of a square. How much greater is the area of the square?

A. It isn't greater; the circle and square have the same area.

B. The area of the square is 25% greater.

C. The area of the square is 27.3% greater.

D. The area of the square is 50% greater.

E. The area of the square is 54.6% greater.

Explain your answer.