WAEC Mathematics 2025 Question 31

Question 31

Mensuration of Solids

The volume of a cone of height 18 cm is 8,316 cm3. Find the base radius of the cone. [Take π = 22/7]

  1. A.21 cm
  2. B.14 cm
  3. C.28 cm
  4. D.42 cm
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (21 cm)

Explanation

⅓ × 22/7 × r² × 18 = 8316 gives r² = 441, so r = 21 cm.