Question

A box has dimensions of 17 inches long, 1.3 feet wide, and 8 inches high. What is the volume of the box? The formula for the volume is V = l • w • h.

2121.6 cubic inches (in3)

176.8 cubic inches (in3)

14.7 cubic inches (in3)

1.2 cubic inches (in3)

Answer 1

whats the answer! i need help

Answer 2

V = (17)(1.3)(8)
V = 176.8

Answer 3

wait...that might not be right...hold on

Answer 4

ok

Answer 5

is the width in the problem supposed to be in feet or inches ?

Answer 6

12/1 = x/1.3
cross multiply
x = (12)(1.3)
x = 15.6

V = L x W x H
V = (17)(15.6)(8)
V = 2121.6

I had to convert 1.3 ft to inches.