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1The formula for the volume of a cone is V=Bh. Solve the formula for B. Use this formula to find the area of the baseof the cone if the volume, V, is 18 cubic centimeters and the height, h, is 3 centimeters.

User Beemtee
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Hello!

Let's write some important information contained in the exercise:

• Formula: V=B*h

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• V = 18cm³

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• h = 3

Let's replace these values in the formula to find B:


\begin{gathered} V=B\cdot h \\ 18=B\cdot3 \\ (18)/(3)=B \\ \\ \boxed{6=B} \end{gathered}

The area of the base is 6cm².

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