Question

What is the volume of the triangular prism

292.5 cubic inches

585 cubic inches

292.5 square inches

585 square inches

Answer 1

Find the area of the triangle, then multiply by the depth of the prism:

Area of a triangle = 1/2 x base x height = 1/2 x 15 x 3 = 22.5 square inches.

Volume = 22.5 x 13 = 292.5 cubic inches.