Volume of Rectangular Prisms Word Problems

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

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Volume = length × width × height.

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If a rectangular prism has a length of 5 units, a width of 3 units, and a height of 4 units, what is its volume?

Back

60 cubic units.

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What is the volume of a rectangular prism with dimensions 2 units by 3 units by 5 units?

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30 cubic units.

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How do you find the missing dimension of a rectangular prism if you know the volume and the other two dimensions?

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Use the formula: width = volume / (length × height).

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What is the volume of a rectangular prism that is 10 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 2 inches high?

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100 cubic inches.

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What does the term 'cubic units' refer to in the context of volume?

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Cubic units refer to the measurement of volume, indicating how many unit cubes fit into a given space.

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If a toy box has a volume of 16 cubic feet, what could be one possible set of dimensions?

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2 feet × 4 feet × 2 feet.

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What is the relationship between volume and capacity in a rectangular prism?

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Volume measures the amount of space inside the prism, while capacity refers to the amount of substance (like liquid) it can hold.

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If a rectangular prism has a volume of 252 cubic inches, a length of 4 inches, and a height of 9 inches, what is the width?

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7 inches.

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What is the significance of understanding volume in real-life applications?

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Understanding volume helps in tasks like packing, construction, and determining how much material is needed.