JAMB Mathematics 1997 Question 30

Question 30

Mensuration of Solids

Find the volume of the prism above.

Diagram for this question
  1. A.990cm3
  2. B.880cm3
  3. C.550cm3
  4. D.495cm3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (495cm3)

Explanation

The cross-section is a trapezium with parallel sides 8 cm and 10 cm and height 5 cm: area = ½(8 + 10) × 5 = 45 cm². Volume = 45 × 11 = 495 cm³.