Question

The factory makes boxes that each hold one candle. The boxes measure 1 inch × 1 inch × 9 inches. The factory owner makes a stack of 40 candle boxes. What is the volume of the stack?

Answer 1

360 in

Explanation:

L × W × H

1 × 1 ×9 = 9in

9 × 40 = 360 in

Answer 2

360 inch^3

Explanation:

Volume of 1 box = 1 x 1 x 9 = 9 inch^3

Volume of 40 boxes = 40 x 9 = 360 inch^3

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