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Set 1: Area Volume (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

A cube has side length 3. What is its surface area?

A cube has side length 3. What is its surface area?

A.

27

B.

59

C.

56

D.

54

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. Surface area = 6 times s squared = 6 times 3 squared = 54

Why others are wrong:
A: 27 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 59 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 56 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.