WAEC Mathematics 2006 Question 32

Question 32

Mensuration of Solids

A conical water-jug is 7 cm in diameter and 6 cm deep. Find the volume of water it can hold. (Take π = 22/7)

  1. A.22 cm3
  2. B.44 cm3
  3. C.77 cm3
  4. D.308 cm3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (77 cm3)

Explanation

V = ⅓πr2h = ⅓ × 22/7 × 3.5 × 3.5 × 6 = 77 cm3.