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3. An open box is formed by cutting equal squares out of the corners of a rectangular piece of cardboard 8cm by 5cm and then folding up the sides. Find the altitude of the box if its total surface area is 31 sq. cm

3. An open box is formed by cutting equal squares out of the corners of a rectangular piece of cardboard 8cm by 5cm and then folding up the sides. Find the altitude of the box if its total surface area is 31 sq. cm

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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Chapter9: Surfaces And Solids
Section9.1: Prisms, Area And Volume
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3. An open box is formed by cutting equal squares out of the corners of a rectangular piece of cardboard 8cm by 5cm and then folding up the sides. Find the altitude of the box if its total surface area is 31 sq. cm
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