There are many square prisms with volume 125 in³. Let w represent the side length of the square base and h represent the height in inches. Then the formula for the volume V, in cubic inches, of these prisms is V = w²h and the equation for the surface area S, in square inches, is S = 2w² + 4wh. h W W Write an equation for S as a function of w when the volume of the prism is 125 in³. Enter your response and your explanation in the space provided. You may also use the drawing tool to help explain or support your answer.

There are many square prisms with volume 125 in³. Let w represent the side length of the square base and h represent the height in inches. Then the formula for the volume V, in cubic inches, of these prisms is V = w²h and the equation for the surface area S, in square inches, is S = 2w² + 4wh. h W W Write an equation for S as a function of w when the volume of the prism is 125 in³. Enter your response and your explanation in the space provided. You may also use the drawing tool to help explain or support your answer.

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter8: Rational Expressions And Equations

Section8.9: Use Direct And Inverse Variation

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