What is the formula for calculating the lateral surface area of a cylinder?
Lateral Surface Area of Cylinder

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The formula for calculating the lateral surface area of a cylinder is LSA = 2πrh, where r is the radius and h is the height.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the term 'lateral surface area' refer to in geometry?
Back
Lateral surface area refers to the area of the sides of a three-dimensional shape, excluding the area of the bases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If the radius of a cylinder is 5 cm and the height is 10 cm, what is the lateral surface area?
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Using the formula LSA = 2πrh, the lateral surface area is LSA = 2 * 3.14 * 5 * 10 = 314 square centimeters.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you convert the diameter of a cylinder to the radius?
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To convert the diameter to the radius, divide the diameter by 2.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the value of π (pi) commonly approximated as in calculations?
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Pi (π) is commonly approximated as 3.14 in calculations.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the lateral surface area of a cylinder with a radius of 4 inches and a height of 6 inches?
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Using the formula LSA = 2πrh, the lateral surface area is LSA = 2 * 3.14 * 4 * 6 = 150.72 square inches.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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In the context of a can, what does the lateral surface area represent?
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In the context of a can, the lateral surface area represents the area of the curved surface that wraps around the can, excluding the top and bottom.
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