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how many boxes of each size will fit in the shipping container

The image shows the dimensions and volumes of various cubes and a shipping container. Let's analyze the key information:

- **Container dimensions**: \( 40' \times 8' \times 8' \)
  - Volume = \( 40 \times 8 \times 8 = 2560 \text{ cubic feet} \)

- **Box volumes from the Bill of Lading**:
  - **Small cube**: \( 1 \, \text{ft}^3 \)
  - **Medium cube**: \( 27 \, \text{ft}^3 \)
  - **Large cube**: \( 343 \, \text{ft}^3 \)

To calculate how many boxes of each size fit in the shipping container, divide the container's volume by the volume of each type of cube:

\[
\text{Small cubes} = \frac{2560}{1}
\]
\[
\text{Medium cubes} = \frac{2560}{27}
\]
\[
\text{Large cubes} = \frac{2560}{343}
\]

I'll now calculate the results.Here are the results for how many boxes of each size can fit into the shipping container:

- **Small Cube**: 2560 boxes
- **Medium Cube**: 94 boxes
- **Large Cube**: 7 boxes

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Here are some related questions:
1. What is the total weight capacity of the container if we know the weight of each box?
2. How would the number of boxes change if the container height increased to 9 feet?
3. How does the arrangement of boxes affect the total number that can fit?
4. Can we optimize the number of medium and small cubes together within the container?
5. How would adding padding between boxes affect the overall count?

**Tip**: When calculating space optimization, always consider irregular packing arrangements or void spaces that may reduce capacity.

How many boxes of each size will fit in the shipping container?

Discover how to calculate the number of boxes of different sizes (small, medium, large) that fit into a standard 40' × 8' × 8' shipping container. Use volume calculations and simple geometry to find out. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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