WAEC Mathematics 2022 Question 24

Question 24

Mensuration of Solids

A cylinder, opened at one end, has a radius of 3.5cm and height 8cm. Calculate the total surface area. [Take π = 22/7]

  1. A.126.5cm2
  2. B.165.0cm2
  3. C.212.0cm2
  4. D.214.5cm2
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Answer: D (214.5cm2)

Explanation

Curved surface 2πrh = 176 cm2 plus one base πr2 = 38.5 cm2: 214.5 cm2.