Question

What dimensions of the box are required to fit the candle?

An oblique candle with a volume of 270 cubic centimeters is
18 centimeters tall. The width of the triangular candle base is
5 centimeters, and the width of the slanted candle is 7
centimeters.
5 by 6 by 18
7 by 6 by 18
5 by 3 by 18
7 by 3 by 18

Answer 1

Explanation:

Volume of the candle:

V = B * h ( where B is the base area and h is the height )

270 = B * 18

B = 270 : 18

B = 15 cm²

B = a * b / 2

B = 5 * b / 2

15 = 2.5 b

b = 15 : 2.5

b = 6 cm

Answer: B ) 7 by 6 by 18 cm.