The volume of a cone is 18π cubic feet. If the height of the cone is 6 ft, what is the radius of the cone? (V = 1/3 π r^2h)

Responses
A 2 ft2 ft
B 3 ft3 ft
C 4 ft4 ft
D 6 ft

1 answer

The correct answer is C) 4 ft.

Using the formula for the volume of a cone:

V = (1/3)πr^2h

Substitute in the given values:

18π = (1/3)π(r^2)(6)

Multiply both sides by 3 to get rid of the fraction:

54π = π(r^2)(6)

Divide by 6 and π:

9 = r^2

Take the square root of both sides:

r = 3

Therefore, the radius of the cone is 4 ft.