SOLUTION: The density of steel is approximately 7.8 grams per cubic centimeter. An empty steel can with a mass of 76 grams has a radius of 6.1 centimeters and a height of 6.3 centimeters. Es

Question 1201912: The density of steel is approximately 7.8 grams per cubic centimeter. An empty steel can with a mass of 76 grams has a radius of 6.1 centimeters and a height of 6.3 centimeters. Estimate the thickness of the steel. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth.
The thickness of the steel is about
mm.
Found 2 solutions by josgarithmetic, ikleyn:
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
This may be only a beginning. If u in either direction for each measurement then inner radius 6.1-u; and outer radius 6.1+u; inner height 6.3-u, and outer height 6.3+u. Still need to be given, is the can open at one end or closed at both ends?
Answer by ikleyn(52780) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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I just solved this problem at this forum several weeks ago.

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