Additive Volume

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, measured in cubic units.

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What are the units of volume?

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Common units of volume include cubic centimeters (cm³), cubic meters (m³), and cubic inches (in³).

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Which label would NOT be appropriate for volume?

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Square miles is NOT appropriate for volume.

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How do you calculate the volume of a cube?

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Volume of a cube = side length × side length × side length.

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If each side of a cube measures 2 inches, what is its volume?

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8 cubic inches.

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What is the formula for the volume of a rectangular prism?

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Volume = length × width × height.

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What is a composite figure?

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A composite figure is a shape made up of two or more simple shapes.

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How do you find the total volume of a composite figure?

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Add the volumes of all the simple shapes that make up the composite figure.

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What is the volume of a figure with a length of 4 cm, width of 3 cm, and height of 2 cm?

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24 cm³.

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What is the volume of a cylinder?

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Volume = π × radius² × height.