Area of Prisms: Finding the surface area of a rectangular prism

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the surface area of a rectangular prism. It begins with drawing and labeling the prism, followed by using a formula to find the surface area. Two example problems are solved, one using inches and the other using feet, to demonstrate the process. The importance of using correct units and following the order of operations is emphasized.

What is the first step in finding the surface area of a rectangular prism?

• Calculate the volume

• Label the sides

• Draw the prism

• Convert units

Which operation should be performed first according to the order of operations when calculating surface area?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

What is the surface area of a rectangular prism with dimensions 3 inches by 1 inch by 2 inches?

• 18 square inches

• 22 square inches

• 30 square inches

• 26 square inches

In the second example, what is the length of the rectangular prism?

• 3 feet

• 5 feet

• 1 foot

• 7 feet

What is the surface area of a rectangular prism with dimensions 7 feet by 3 feet by 1 foot?

• 42 square feet

• 52 square feet

• 62 square feet

• 72 square feet