JAMB Mathematics 2001 Question 23

Question 23

Mensuration of Solids

A cylindrical tank has a capacity of 3080m3. What is the depth of the tank if the diameter of its base is 14m?

  1. A.20m
  2. B.22m
  3. C.23m
  4. D.25m
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Answer: A (20m)

Explanation

The radius is 7 m, so the base area is 22/7 × 49 = 154 m2. Depth = 3080 ÷ 154 = 20 m.