Math Problem Statement

2in 6in 10in

The query submitted by the user: 2in 6in 10in

Solution

The image shows a rectangular prism (also called a cuboid) with labeled dimensions ll, ww, and hh, where:

  • ll (length) = 10 inches
  • ww (width) = 6 inches
  • hh (height) = 2 inches

We can calculate two key properties of this cuboid:

  1. Volume: The volume VV of a rectangular prism is given by the formula: V=l×w×hV = l \times w \times h Substituting the given values: V=10×6×2=120in3V = 10 \times 6 \times 2 = 120 \, \text{in}^3 So, the volume is 120 cubic inches.

  2. Surface Area: The surface area AA of a rectangular prism is calculated using the formula: A=2(lw+lh+wh)A = 2(lw + lh + wh) Substituting the given values: A=2(10×6+10×2+6×2)=2(60+20+12)=2×92=184in2A = 2(10 \times 6 + 10 \times 2 + 6 \times 2) = 2(60 + 20 + 12) = 2 \times 92 = 184 \, \text{in}^2 So, the surface area is 184 square inches.

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Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. What would the volume be if the height were doubled?
  2. How does changing the width affect the surface area?
  3. If the cuboid were filled with a material, how much material would it hold in cubic centimeters?
  4. What is the diagonal length of the cuboid?
  5. Can you form a cube with the same surface area as this cuboid?

Tip: The surface area of a rectangular prism grows faster than its volume as dimensions increase.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Volume of Prisms
Surface Area

Formulas

Volume of a rectangular prism: V = l × w × h
Surface area of a rectangular prism: A = 2(lw + lh + wh)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8