Tank K is a cubical tank of side 8 cm. It is
58 filled with water. The water is then poured into Tank L measuring 17 cm by 13 cm by 12 cm.
- Find the volume of water in Tank K at first.
- How much more water is needed to fill Tank L to the brim? Give your answer in litres.
(a)
Volume of water in Tank K
=
58 x 8 x 8 x 8
= 320 cm
3 (b)
Volume of Tank L
= 17 x 13 x 12
= 2652 cm
3 Volume of water needed to fill Tank L to the brim
= 2652 - 320
= 2332 cm
3 2332 mℓ = 2.332 ℓ
Answer(s): (a) 320 cm
3; (b) 2.332 ℓ