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How many cubes with an edge length of 1/2 inches are needed to fill a rectangular prism that is 2 in by 2 in by 3 in? HELPPPPPP

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since the volume of the prism is 12 (2x2x3), and the volume of the cubes is 1/8 (1/2 x 1/2 x 1/2), you would multiply divide 12 by 1/8 to find the number of cubes you need

12 x 8 equals 96, meaning you need 96 cubes

Answer: 96 cubes

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