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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, measured in cubic units.
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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, measured in cubic units. To find the volume of a rectangular prism, you multiply its length, width, and height. For example, if a box has a length of 4 cm, a width of 3 cm, and a height of 5 cm, you can calculate its volume by multiplying: 4 cm × 3 cm × 5 cm, which equals 60 cubic centimeters (cm³). This means the box can hold 60 cm³ of material inside it. For more complex shapes, like cylinders, you use a different formula. The volume of a cylinder is calculated by multiplying the area of its circular base by its height. Understanding volume helps in real-life situations, like packing boxes or filling a swimming pool.
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1 of 2What is the formula to calculate the volume of a rectangular prism?
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