Use the volume formula to determine the length of the base of a pyramid that has a volume of 585 cm3 , a width of 15 cm, and an altitude of 9 cm.(1 point)

Answer 1

The volume of a pyramid can be calculated using the formula:

Volume = (1/3) * base * height

Given that the volume is 585 cm^3, the width (base) is 15 cm, and the altitude (height) is 9 cm, we can substitute these values into the formula:

585 = (1/3) * 15 * 9

To solve for the base, we can multiply both sides of the equation by 3:

3 * 585 = 15 * 9

1755 = 135

Finally, divide both sides of the equation by 135 to solve for the base:

1755 ÷ 135 = base

Base = 13 cm

Therefore, the length of the base of the pyramid is 13 cm.