Math Problem Statement

A solid metal cuboid has a volume of 600 cm3 . (a) The base of the cuboid is 10 cm by 12 cm. Calculate the height of the cuboid

Solution

Solution:

The volume VV of a cuboid is given by:

V=length×width×heightV = \text{length} \times \text{width} \times \text{height}

In this problem:

  • Volume V=600cm3V = 600 \, \text{cm}^3
  • Base dimensions: Length =10cm= 10 \, \text{cm} and Width =12cm= 12 \, \text{cm}
  • Height hh is unknown.

Step 1: Write the volume equation

600=10×12×h600 = 10 \times 12 \times h

Step 2: Simplify the equation

600=120×h600 = 120 \times h

Step 3: Solve for height hh

h=600120=5cmh = \frac{600}{120} = 5 \, \text{cm}

Final Answer:

The height of the cuboid is 5cm5 \, \text{cm}.


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5 Related Questions:

  1. How do you find the surface area of a cuboid?
  2. If the material of the cuboid has a density of 8 g/cm³, what is its total mass?
  3. What happens to the volume if the height is doubled?
  4. How would you calculate the diagonal of this cuboid?
  5. Can you find the height if only the surface area and volume are known?

Tip:

When working with volumes, always ensure that all dimensions are in consistent units to avoid calculation errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Volume of Cuboid

Formulas

Volume = length × width × height

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8