Asked by Patrick

A student wrote this statement: "A triangular prism has a height of 15 inches and a base area of 20 square inches. The volume of the prism is 300 square inches." Identify and correct the error.

I am not sure because I am new at doing this kind of math. Please help.
Answered by Arora
Volume of triangular prism = Height * Base Area

So, the given statement is telling you that:
15 inches * 20 square inches = 300 square inches

Can you find the error here?

(Hint: Check the units)

Answered by Rachel
The error is that the kid should put the answer in cubic inches not square. The answer should be 300 in*3
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