Explain what volume is in a range of contexts | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

Which of these is a cuboid?

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Answer explanation

This shape has six rectangular faces.

Which of these is a unit that could be used to measure mass?

• metres

• kilometres

• grams

• litres

Answer explanation

Mass is a measure of weight and grams are used to measure the mass of small objects.

What is the approximate mass of an apple?

• 8.5 g

• 85 g

• 85 kg

Answer explanation

An apple has a mass of between 70 and 100 g so 85 g is a good approximation.

How many edges does a cube have?

(a)  

Answer explanation

A cube has 12 edges. An edge is a straight line where two faces meet.

What is the product of 12 and 9?

(a)  

Answer explanation

12 × 9 = 108

56 ÷ 7 = (a)  

Answer explanation

56 ÷ 7 = 8