SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 71

SSC CHSL - 08 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q71

If the volume of a cube is 729 cm3, then find the total surface area of the cube.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer  is option 4 i.e. 486 cm2.

Volume of cube = (side)3

Total surface area of cube = 6(side)2

According to the given question,

(side)3 = 729

⇒ side = 9 cm

Now, TSA of cube = 6(9)2

⇒ 6 × 81 = 486 cm2