Volume Of Prisms And Pyramids: Calculating prisms

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the volume of different types of prisms, including rectangular and triangular prisms. It covers the formula for volume calculation, which involves multiplying the area of the base by the height of the prism. The tutorial provides examples with different dimensions and units, such as inches, centimeters, and feet, to illustrate the process. It emphasizes the importance of identifying the correct base and height for accurate volume calculation.

What is the formula used to calculate the volume of a rectangular prism?

• Length + Width + Height

• Length x Width

• 2 x (Length + Width + Height)

• Length x Width x Height

If a rectangular prism has dimensions 2 cm, 3 cm, and 6 cm, what is its volume?

• 36 cubic centimeters

• 12 cubic centimeters

• 18 cubic centimeters

• 11 cubic centimeters

How do you calculate the volume of a triangular prism?

• Base x Height x Width

• 1/2 x Base x Height

• Length x Width x Height

• Base area x Height

What is the area of the base of a triangular prism with a base of 6 feet and a height of 8 feet?

• 36 square feet

• 12 square feet

• 48 square feet

• 24 square feet

In the context of volume calculation, what does the term 'height' refer to in a triangular prism?

• The longest side of the triangle

• The perpendicular distance from the base to the top

• The sum of all sides

• The width of the base

For a ramp-like prism with a triangular base, what is the first step in calculating its volume?

• Determine the angle of inclination

• Find the perimeter of the base

• Measure the length of the ramp

• Calculate the area of the base

What is the volume of a ramp-like prism with a base area of 10 square feet and a height of 10 feet?

• 100 cubic feet

• 50 cubic feet

• 200 cubic feet

• 150 cubic feet