Volume of Rectangular and Triangular Prisms and Pyramids

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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 the formula for the volume of a triangular prism?

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Volume = (1/2 × base × height of the triangle) × length of the prism

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What is the formula for the volume of a pyramid?

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Volume = (1/3) × base area × height

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How do you calculate the volume of a cube?

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Volume = side × side × side (or side³)

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What is the unit of measurement for volume in the metric system?

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Cubic centimeters (cm³) or liters (L)

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What is the unit of measurement for volume in the imperial system?

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Cubic inches (in³) or cubic feet (ft³)

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If a rectangular prism has a length of 5 cm, width of 4 cm, and height of 3 cm, what is its volume?

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Volume = 5 cm × 4 cm × 3 cm = 60 cm³

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What is the volume of a triangular prism with a base area of 10 cm² and a height of 5 cm?

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Volume = 10 cm² × 5 cm = 50 cm³

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How do you find the combined volume of two prisms?

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Add the volumes of the two prisms together.

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What is the volume of a pyramid with a square base of side 4 cm and height 6 cm?

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Volume = (1/3) × (4 cm × 4 cm) × 6 cm = 32 cm³