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Set 3: Area Volume (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, a sphere has radius 3. What is its volume? (Express as a number times pi)

A sphere has radius 3. What is its volume? (Express as a number times pi)

A.

36pi

B.

39pi

C.

27pi

D.

36pi

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice D is the best answer. Volume = (4/3) times pi times r cubed = (4/3) times pi times 3 cubed = 36pi

Why others are wrong:
A: 36pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 39pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 27pi is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.