Finding the Volume of Spheres: Solving Real World Problems

This video tutorial teaches how to solve real-world problems involving the volume of spheres. It uses a water tank shaped like a basketball as an example, explaining how to calculate the volume when the tank is half full. The tutorial covers the formula for the volume of a sphere, highlights the importance of using the approximate symbol when dealing with π, and warns against common mistakes like confusing surface area with volume.

What is a common mistake students make when calculating the volume of a sphere?

How do you find the volume of a sphere with a radius of 2 centimeters?