A pyramid of volume 120cm3 has a rectangular base which measures 5cm by 6cm. Calculate the height of the pyramid
A
5cm
B
9cm
C
12cm
D
15cm
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Volume of pyramid = 120 cm\(^3\)
Base area = 5 cm \times 6 cm = 30 cm\(^2\)
120 = (\(\frac{1}{3}\)) \times 30 \times h
h = 12 cm
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #26583)