Tank G is a cubical tank of side 14 cm. It is
34 filled with water. The water is then poured into Tank H measuring 18 cm by 17 cm by 15 cm.
- Find the volume of water in Tank G at first.
- How much more water is needed to fill Tank H to the brim? Give your answer in litres.
(a)
Volume of water in Tank G
=
34 x 14 x 14 x 14
= 2058 cm
3 (b)
Volume of Tank H
= 18 x 17 x 15
= 4590 cm
3 Volume of water needed to fill Tank H to the brim
= 4590 - 2058
= 2532 cm
3 2532 mℓ = 2.532 ℓ
Answer(s): (a) 2058 cm
3; (b) 2.532 ℓ