WAEC Mathematics 2013 Question 46

Question 46

Mensuration of Solids

A pyramid has a rectangular base with dimensions 12 m by 8 m. If its height is 14 m, calculate the volume.

  1. A.344 m3
  2. B.448 m3
  3. C.632 m3
  4. D.840 m3
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Answer: B (448 m3)

Explanation

V = ⅓ × 12 × 8 × 14 = 448 m3.