Concept explainers
The volume of softball is to be estimated.
Answer to Problem 4CYP
The volume of softball is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Concept Used:
The volume of sphere is given by the following expression:
Where,
Radius of sphere:
Calculation:
Given that:
Softballs and baseballs are similar in shape that means the ratio value of its dimension is same:
The shape of baseballs and softballs is sphere. So, radius ratio of both balls is given as:
Take the ratio of volume of baseballs and softballs to find the volume of softball:
Conclusion:
Hence, the volume of softball is calculated as
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