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Volume is the amount of space inside a 3-dimensional figure.  It is measures in cubic units.

Here are some formulas to help you find volume:

Rectangular Prism V= length x width x height
Cylinder V = π x radius2 x height
Rectangular Pyramid V = 1/3 x length x width x height
Cone V = 1/3 x π x radius2 x height

The examples below will show you how to find volume.

Example 1: 
Find the volume of a rectangular prism with the following dimensions.

length = 6 in, width = 8 in, height = 12 in

V = lwh
V = 6(8)(12)
V = 576 in3

Example 2:
Find the volume of a cylinder with a radius of 8 inches and a height of 12 inches.

V = πr2h
V = 3.14(82)(12)
V = 3.14(64)(12)
V = 2411.52 in3

**Remember volume is measured in cubic units.  Use your formulas carefully!

After you have completed the examples above and have a better understanding of volume, you are ready to practice your skills!

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