Why is a Circle 360 Degrees, Why Not a Simpler Number, like 100?

The video explores why a circle is divided into 360 degrees, highlighting the mathematical convenience of 360 due to its numerous divisors. It explains the concept of highly composite numbers and their significance in calculations. The historical context of the Babylonian numeral system, which used a base of 60, is discussed, along with a method of counting to 60 using fingers. The video concludes with geometric applications of the number 360, emphasizing its historical and mathematical importance.

Explain how the Babylonians' counting method contributed to the use of 360° in circles.

What geometric applications make the number 360 useful and powerful?