A rectangular pyramid has an area 24cm\(^2\) and height 7.5cm. Find its volume?
A
65.0cm\(^3\)
B
70.5cm\(^3\)
C
56.5cm\(^3\)
D
60.0cm\(^3\)
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Volume of a rectangular pyramid = \(\frac{length * width * height}{3}\) or \(\frac{area * height}{3}\)
= \(\frac{24 * 7.5}{3}\) → \(\frac{180}{3}\)
Volume of the rectangular pyramid = 60cm\(^3\)
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #64239)