Concept explainers
To determine an example of a pyramid and a prism that has the same base and the same volume.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
A pyramid and a prism
Formula used:
Volume of the pyramid
Volume of the rectangular prism
Let’ consider the base of the rectangular prism have dimensions
Now consider,
The base of the pyramid has dimensions
Conclusion:
Therefore, the following example of a pyramid and a prism has the same base and the same volume.
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