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Set 3: Area Volume (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A rectangular box has dimensions 5 by 6 by 2. What is its volume?

A rectangular box has dimensions 5 by 6 by 2. What is its volume?

A.

60

✓ Correct
B.

120

C.

58

D.

62

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Volume = l times w times h = 5 times 6 times 2 = 60

Why others are wrong:
B: 120 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 58 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 62 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.