Question 30
Mensuration of SolidsA solid metal cube of side 3 cm is placed in a rectangular tank of dimensions 3, 4 and 5 cm. What volume of water can the tank now hold?
- A.48 cm3
- B.33 cm3
- C.60 cm3
- D.27 cm3
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (33 cm3)
Explanation
The tank holds 3 × 4 × 5 = 60 cm3, and the cube takes up 27 cm3, leaving 33 cm3.