WAEC Mathematics 2018 Question 32

Question 32

Mensuration of Solids

The total surface area of a hemisphere is 75π cm2. Find is radius.

  1. A.5.0 cm
  2. B.7.0 cm
  3. C.8.5 cm
  4. D.12.0 cm
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Answer: A (5.0 cm)

Explanation

3πr² = 75π, so r² = 25 and r = 5 cm.