A new pyramid has been found in South America. The pyramid has a rectangular base that measures 75 yd by 180 yd, and has a height of 90 yd. The pyramid is not hollow like the Egyptian pyramids and is composed of layer after layer of cut stone. (a) The stone weighs 456 lb per cubic yard. How many pounds does the pyramid weigh?

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A new pyramid has been found in South America. The pyramid has a rectangular base that measures 75 yd by 180 yd, and has a height of 90 yd. The pyramid is not hollow like the Egyptian pyramids and is composed of layer after layer of cut stone. (a) The stone weighs 456 lb per cubic yard. How many pounds does the pyramid weigh?
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