How to find the volume of a triangular prism

The video tutorial explains how to find the volume of a triangular prism. It begins with a reminder of the volume formula, emphasizing the importance of identifying the correct base. The teacher explains that the base of a prism is the same as the top and demonstrates how to calculate the area of the base using the formula for a triangle. Finally, the video shows how to multiply the area of the base by the height to find the volume, correcting a mistake about units at the end.

What does the 'big B' represent in the volume formula?

• The length of the base

• The area of the base

• The height of the prism

• The width of the prism

In a triangular prism, why is it important to choose the correct base?

• Because the base determines the color of the prism

• Because the base is the same as the height

• Because the base is used to calculate the volume

• Because the base is always the longest side

How do you find the area of the base in a triangular prism?

• By multiplying the length and width

• By using the formula 1/2 base times height

• By subtracting the height from the base

• By adding all the sides together

What is the final step in calculating the volume of a triangular prism?

• Adding the base and height

• Dividing the base by the height

• Multiplying the area of the base by the height

• Subtracting the height from the base

What is the unit of measurement for volume?

• Meters

• Centimeters cubed

• Centimeters squared

• Centimeters