Math Problem Statement

The volume V of a cone is given by the formula V = 1/3πr^2h. Part A: Solve for the height h. Part B: Find the height of a cone with V = 32π cm^3 and radius r of 4 cm.

Solution

Let's solve the problem step by step.

Part A:

The volume VV of a cone is given by the formula:

V=13πr2hV = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h

We need to solve for the height hh. Rearranging the equation to isolate hh:

h=3Vπr2h = \frac{3V}{\pi r^2}

So, the correct option for Part A is Option D:

h=3Vπr2h = \frac{3V}{\pi r^2}


Part B:

We are asked to find the height of a cone with:

  • Volume V=32πcm3V = 32\pi \, \text{cm}^3
  • Radius r=4cmr = 4 \, \text{cm}

We will use the formula from Part A:

h=3Vπr2h = \frac{3V}{\pi r^2}

Substitute the given values:

h=3×32ππ×42h = \frac{3 \times 32\pi}{\pi \times 4^2}

Simplifying:

h=96ππ×16=9616=6cmh = \frac{96\pi}{\pi \times 16} = \frac{96}{16} = 6 \, \text{cm}

So, the height of the cone is 6 cm.


Do you want any further details or explanations?
Here are five related questions:

  1. How is the volume of a cylinder related to the volume of a cone?
  2. What happens to the height if the radius of a cone is doubled, keeping the volume constant?
  3. How would you calculate the slant height of a cone if the height and radius are known?
  4. How can you use integration to derive the formula for the volume of a cone?
  5. How is the surface area of a cone calculated?

Tip: Always double-check units when working with volume and area to ensure consistency in your calculations!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Algebra
Volume of Cone
Equation Rearrangement

Formulas

V = 1/3πr^2h
h = 3V / (πr^2)

Theorems

Volume of a Cone Formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10