Suppose that the base of the square pyramid below has an area of 12 cm2 and that the altitude of the pyramid measures 7 cm.   Find the volume (in cubic centimeters) of the square pyramid.

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Chapter10: Measurement, Area, And Volume
Section10.8: Volumes Of Pyramids And Cones
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Suppose that the base of the square pyramid below has an area of 12 cm2 and that the altitude of the pyramid measures 7 cm.
 
Find the volume (in cubic centimeters) of the square pyramid.
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