3D solids
Compare volumes and surface areas of solids.
Example
Example
Does the taller cuboid necessarily have more volume?
Review the comparison
The cuboids have the same positive width w. A has height 8; B has height 4.
A has depth 3 units. B is deeper than A, but its depth is not specified.
One possible pair, drawn with a shared scale. Only the stated relationships are fixed.
Volume of cuboid A
Volume of cuboid B
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Save two valid cases with different comparisons.
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Save one position, then move the controls until A and B have a different relationship. Equal is a different relationship too.
Example positions
Change B’s depth relative to A. B stays deeper than A while A stays twice as tall.
Two different comparisons under the same givens establish “Cannot be determined.”
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Cuboid volume and surface area
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Predict how a solid changes when every length is multiplied by the same factor.
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Choose whether Quantity A is greater, Quantity B is greater, the quantities are equal, or the relationship cannot be determined. Use only the stated givens. A drawing shows one possible case.
Your first checked answer counts. A shown answer counts as 0 correct. A checked comparison is saved immediately, so you can explore afterward without losing your result. An unfinished comparison is not saved as a result.
After checking, use the controls to solve an exploration goal. When the relationship cannot be determined, save two valid cases with different comparisons. Open Go further to apply the idea to a new question. These activities are optional and do not change your score.
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About this practice
Compare volumes and surface areas of solids. Then change their dimensions to explore scaling and shape.
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Scale length, area and volumeFor a broader mix of practices, explore the geometry practice test. Sign in free to start a test.
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