Volume is the amount of space a three-dimensional object occupies. For rectangular prisms (like boxes), you can find the volume by multiplying its length, width, and height. Remember to use the same units for all measurements! Volume is measured in cubic units, such as cubic inches (in³) or cubic centimeters (cm³).
Let's say you have a box that is 5 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 2 inches high. To find the volume, you would multiply these measurements: $5 \text{ inches} \times 3 \text{ inches} \times 2 \text{ inches} = 30 \text{ cubic inches}$ or $30 \text{ in}^3$.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Cubic Unit | A. The longest side of a rectangular prism |
| 2. Length | B. The amount of space a three-dimensional object occupies. |
| 3. Volume | C. The vertical distance of a rectangular prism |
| 4. Rectangular Prism | D. A 3D shape with six rectangular faces. |
| 5. Height | E. A unit of measurement for volume (e.g., cm³, in³). |
Match the term with its definition: 1-E, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D, 5-C
To find the ________ of a rectangular prism, you multiply its ________, ________, and ________. The answer is always in ________ units.
Possible Answers: volume, length, width, height, cubic
Imagine you have two different rectangular boxes. Box A has dimensions 4cm x 3cm x 2cm. Box B has dimensions 6cm x 2cm x 2cm. Which box can hold more and by how much?
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