Tank X is a cubical tank of side 14 cm. It is
34 filled with water. The water is then poured into Tank Y measuring 19 cm by 18 cm by 17 cm.
- Find the volume of water in Tank X at first.
- How much more water is needed to fill Tank Y to the brim? Give your answer in litres.
(a)
Volume of water in Tank X
=
34 x 14 x 14 x 14
= 2058 cm
3 (b)
Volume of Tank Y
= 19 x 18 x 17
= 5814 cm
3 Volume of water needed to fill Tank Y to the brim
= 5814 - 2058
= 3756 cm
3 3756 mℓ = 3.756 ℓ
Answer(s): (a) 2058 cm
3; (b) 3.756 ℓ