A pyramid has a rectangular base with dimensions 12m by 8m. If its height is...
MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2013
A pyramid has a rectangular base with dimensions 12m by 8m. If its height is 14m, calculate the volume
- A. 322m3
- B. 448m3
- C. 632m3
- D. 840m3
Correct Answer: B. 448m3
Explanation
Volume of pyramid = \(\frac{1}{3}\) x base area x height
= \(\frac{1}{3} \times 12^4 \times 8 \times 14\)
= 4 x 8 x 14 = 448m3
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