SOLUTION: The volume of a rectangular prism is 144 cubic inches. The height of the prism is 8 inches. Which measurements, in inches, could be the dimensions of the base?

Question 621723: The volume of a rectangular prism is 144 cubic inches. The height
of the prism is 8 inches. Which measurements, in inches, could be
the dimensions of the base?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

 

Hi,

The volume =  of a rectangular prism is 144 cubic inches

 

  = 18 in^2,  dimednsions of the base could be 9in by 2in

  

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