JAMB Mathematics 1988 Question 44

Question 44

Mensuration of Solids

If a metal pipe 10cm long has an external diameter of 12cm and a thickness of 1cm, find the volume of the metal used in making the pipe.

  1. A.120πcm3
  2. B.110πcm3
  3. C.60πcm3
  4. D.50πcm3
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Answer: B (110πcm3)

Explanation

Outer radius 6cm, inner radius 5cm. Volume = π(6² − 5²) × 10 = 110π cm³.