Concept explainers
To select: the correct value from the given options representing how much greater is the volume of cube than that of other box.
Answer to Problem 46E
A. x
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The volume of cube is greater than that of other box. The table shows the length of side of two boxes. Note:
Cube box | Rectangular box |
The options are as follows:
Calculation:
Let the volume of cubical and rectangular box be
If the box has larger volume, then evaluate the difference between smaller rectangular box and cubical box as follows:
The volume of cube is x times greater than that of other box. Thus, option A is correct.
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