Question

When reading a word problem, there are clues that will help you to determine whether you need to find the surface

area or the volume to solve the problem. Which clues would indicate that you need to find volume? Check all that
apply

an object that is filled

covering the outside of an object

an object that is solid

cubic units

square units

Answer 1

Answer: A,C, and D

Explanation:

Answer 2

-An object that is filled

-An object that is solid

-Cubic units

Explanation:

Applies

-An object that is filled is likely asking for the volume of the liquid used to fill the object.

-An object that is solid is likely a cue to finding the volume of an irregularly shaped solid.

-Cubic units, volume is a 3D measurement and is measured in cubic units.

Doesn't Apply

-Covering the outside of an object is a cue to finding the surface area of an object of the material used to cover it.

-Square units is a measure of area not volume