To find the capacity of the smaller container, we can use the ratio of the heights of the two containers to find the ratio of their capacities.
Height of larger container = 20 cm
Height of smaller container = 15 cm
Ratio of heights = 20/15 = 4/3
Since the containers are similar, the ratio of their capacities will also be 4/3.
Capacity of larger container = 2.5 litres
Capacity of smaller container = (4/3) * 2.5 litres = 3.333... litres
Rounded to 3 significant figures, the capacity of the smaller container is approximately 3.33 litres.
Two containers are similar. If the larger one with a height of 20cm holds 2.5 litres of liquid. Work out the capacity of the smaller container if its height is 15cm. Give your answer in 3sf
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