Word Problems: Surface Area & Volume of Prisms

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

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How do you calculate the surface area of a rectangular prism?

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If a rectangular prism has dimensions 4 in., 3 in., and 2 in., what is its surface area?

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What is the volume of a rectangular prism with dimensions 8 cm, 5 cm, and 2 cm?

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How do you find the cost to carpet a room given its area and the cost per square yard?

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What is the volume of a swimming pool that is 30 feet long, 15 feet wide, and 8 feet deep, leaving the top 2 feet unfilled?

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What is the significance of leaving space unfilled in a pool?

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Leaving space unfilled prevents overflow and allows for water displacement when people enter the pool.

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What units are used for measuring volume?

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Common units for volume include cubic centimeters (cm³), cubic meters (m³), liters (L), and cubic feet (ft³).

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What units are used for measuring surface area?

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Surface area is typically measured in square units such as square centimeters (cm²), square meters (m²), and square feet (ft²).

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What is the relationship between the dimensions of a prism and its volume?

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The volume of a prism increases with the increase in any of its dimensions (length, width, height).