The radii of the bases of two right circular solid cones of same height are r1 and r2 respectively. THe cones are melted and recast into a solid sphere of radius R . show that the height of each cone is given by h =((4R3)/(r12+r22))

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Chapter9: Surfaces And Solids
Section9.3: Cylinders And Cones
Problem 22E: For the accompanying right circular cone, h=6 m and r=4 m. Find the exact and approximate a lateral...
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The radii of the bases of two right circular solid cones of same height are r1 and r2 respectively. THe cones are melted and recast into a solid sphere of radius R . show that the height of each cone is given by h =((4R3)/(r12+r22))

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