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The formula for the slant height of a cone is t equals StartFraction S minus pi r squared Over pi EndFraction. , where S is surface area of the cone. Use the formula to find the slant height, l, of a cone with a surface area of 500π ft2 and a radius of 15 ft.

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Answer:

275

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User Zelimir
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Answer:

275 ft

Explanation:

The formula given to use for the slant height l of the cone is ;

l = (s - πr^2)/π

Now substituting the parameters given in the question, 500 π for area and radius of 15, we have

l = {500π-15^(2)π}/π

l =( 500 π -225 π)/π

l = 275 π/π

l = 275 ft

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