Math Problem Statement

radius is 8in, height is 4in, Find the volume of the cylinder. Use 3.14 for pi. Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

Solution

To find the volume of a cylinder, you can use the formula:

Volume=π×r2×h\text{Volume} = \pi \times r^2 \times h

Where:

  • rr is the radius of the cylinder
  • hh is the height of the cylinder
  • π\pi is approximately 3.14

Given:

  • r=8r = 8 inches
  • h=4h = 4 inches

Now, substitute these values into the formula:

Volume=3.14×(8)2×4\text{Volume} = 3.14 \times (8)^2 \times 4

First, calculate r2r^2:

(8)2=64(8)^2 = 64

Next, multiply by the height hh and π\pi:

Volume=3.14×64×4\text{Volume} = 3.14 \times 64 \times 4

Volume=3.14×256\text{Volume} = 3.14 \times 256

Finally, multiply to find the volume:

Volume=803.84 cubic inches\text{Volume} = 803.84 \text{ cubic inches}

Rounding to the nearest tenth:

Volume803.8 cubic inches\text{Volume} \approx 803.8 \text{ cubic inches}

The volume of the cylinder is approximately 803.8 cubic inches.

Would you like further details or have any questions?


  1. What is the formula for the surface area of a cylinder?
  2. How would the volume change if the radius were doubled?
  3. What would be the effect on the volume if the height were doubled instead?
  4. How do you calculate the lateral surface area of a cylinder?
  5. How does the value of π\pi affect the volume of the cylinder?

Tip: Always ensure that the units of measurement are consistent when calculating volume to avoid errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Volume calculation

Formulas

Volume of a cylinder formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9