Question

A cylindrical basin is 2 feet tall and has a diameter of 5 feet, as shown.

If the basin is completely filled with water, how much water will it hold? Round the answer to the nearest tenth of a foot.
( i know its 39 but can someone explain to me how)

Answer 1

39.3 ft3

Explanation:

ON EDGE

Answer 2

Find Radius:

Radius = Diameter ÷ 2

Radius = 5 ÷ 2 = 2.5 feet

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Find Volume:

Volume of a cylinder = πr²h

Volume = π (2.5)² (2) = 39.3 ft³ (nearest tenth)

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Answer: 39.3 ft³