document.write( "Question 159141: A paint manufacturer desires a cylindrical steel drum to hold 50 gallons of roof paint.For convenience in handling,it is found necessary to limit the inside diameter of 2 and one-half feet.Find the height of the drum desired. \n" ); document.write( "
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50 gal=50/7.48=6.68 ft^3
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*area
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*pir^2
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*3.14(2.5/2)^2
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*3.14(1.25)^2
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*3.14*1.5625
\n" ); document.write( "6.68=h*4.906
\n" ); document.write( "h=6.68/4.906
\n" ); document.write( "h=1.36 feet tall for the drum.\r
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