Question

What is the approximate volume of a can that is 5 inches tall and has a 2.5 inch diameter?

F. 19.6 cu in.
G. 98.1 cu in.
H. 24.5 cu in.
J. 39.3 cu in.

Answer 1

The volume of a can, or cylinder, is V = pi x r^2 x h. r = 1/2 diameter, so r = 1.25. H is the height, so h = 5 in. Thus, V = 3.14 x (1.25)^2 x 5 = 24.5 cubic inches