A large storage box in the shape of a right prism with a square base is 2 m tall. If the box holds 500 L of water, what is the side of the base (in cm)?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 50 cm.
Volume = Base area × Height = Base area2 × 200 = 500 L = 500000 cm3
⇒ Base area2 = 500000/200 = 2500
⇒ Side of base = √2500 = 50 cm