SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CGL Tier II - Quant - 18 Nov 2020 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q19

The base of a pyramid is an equilateral triangle of side 10 m. If the height of the pyramid is 40√3 m, then the volume of the pyramid is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1000 m3

The volume of the pyramid = 1/3 × Area of the base × height

= 1/3 × √3/4 × 10 × 10 × 40√3

= 1000m3.