Math Problem Statement

What is the volume of the triangular prism with a height of 9 m, base of 7 m, and length of 4 m?

Solution

This image depicts a triangular prism with the given dimensions:

  • Height of the triangular face: 9m9 \, \text{m}
  • Base of the triangular face: 7m7 \, \text{m}
  • Length (depth) of the prism: 4m4 \, \text{m}

To find the volume of a triangular prism, use the following formula:

Volume=Base Area×Length\text{Volume} = \text{Base Area} \times \text{Length}

Where:

  • The base area is the area of the triangular face, which is calculated by:

Base Area=12×Base×Height\text{Base Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{Base} \times \text{Height}

Step-by-step calculation:

  1. Base Area of the triangle: Base Area=12×7m×9m=31.5m2\text{Base Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 7 \, \text{m} \times 9 \, \text{m} = 31.5 \, \text{m}^2

  2. Volume of the prism: Volume=31.5m2×4m=126m3\text{Volume} = 31.5 \, \text{m}^2 \times 4 \, \text{m} = 126 \, \text{m}^3

Thus, the volume of the triangular prism is 126 cubic meters.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you calculate the surface area of a triangular prism?
  2. What is the formula for the volume of other types of prisms?
  3. How do you find the volume of a pyramid?
  4. What is the relationship between surface area and volume for prisms?
  5. Can the volume formula change for prisms with different base shapes?

Tip: For any prism, the volume is always the area of the base times the height (or length).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Volume of Prisms

Formulas

Volume = Base Area × Length
Base Area = 1/2 × Base × Height

Theorems

Volume formula for prisms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8