a) If ¼ of the book is red pages, how much space do the red pages take up? b) If the length of the book is 4 inches and the book was delivered in a box with all 3 dimensions 2 inches greater than the dimensions of the book, how much larger is the volume of the box than the volume of the book?

a) If ¼ of the book is red pages, how much space do the red pages take up? b) If the length of the book is 4 inches and the book was delivered in a box with all 3 dimensions 2 inches greater than the dimensions of the book, how much larger is the volume of the box than the volume of the book?

Mathematics For Machine Technology

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337798310

Author:Peterson, John.

Publisher:Peterson, John.

Chapter63: Volumes Of Pyramids And Cones

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 34A

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A book in the shape of a rectangular prism measures I ½ inches thick and has a base that is
28 square inches.
a) If % of the book is red pages, how much space do the red pages take up?
b) If the length of the book is 4 inches and the book was delivered in a box with alI 3
dimensions 2 inches greater than the dimensions of the book, how much larger is the
volume of the box than the volume of the book?

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