Volume of Rectangular Prisms | Math with Mr. J

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The volume of a rectangular prism is found by multiplying the base area by the height, as demonstrated with examples of 240 cubic inches and 3240 cubic centimeters.

Insights

  • The volume of a rectangular prism can be determined by multiplying the dimensions of the base area by the height, showcasing the relationship between these components in the formula volume = length x width x height.
  • Different examples with varying dimensions illustrate how the volume of rectangular prisms can be calculated using the formula, providing a practical application of the mathematical concept in real-world scenarios.

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Recent questions

  • How is the volume of a rectangular prism calculated?

    Using the formula: volume = length x width x height.

  • What is the base area of a rectangular prism?

    The base area is length x width.

  • Can you provide an example of calculating the volume of a rectangular prism?

    For example, 5 x 4 x 12 = 240 cubic inches.

  • How do you find the volume of a rectangular prism with specific dimensions?

    Multiply the length, width, and height together.

  • What is the volume of a rectangular prism with dimensions of 20 cm by 18 cm for the base and a height of 9 cm?

    The volume is 3240 cubic centimeters.

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Calculating Volume of Rectangular Prisms

  • Volume of a rectangular prism is calculated using the formula: volume = length x width x height. For rectangular prisms, the base area is length x width.
  • In an example with dimensions of 5 inches by 4 inches for the base and a height of 12 inches, the volume is found by multiplying 5 x 4 x 12, resulting in 240 cubic inches.
  • Another example involves a rectangular prism with dimensions of 20 cm by 18 cm for the base and a height of 9 cm. Calculating the volume by multiplying 20 x 18 x 9 gives a final volume of 3240 cubic centimeters.
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