document.write( "Question 349746: I have a round container which measures 12\" in diameter and 9\" deep. How many gallons will this container hold \n" ); document.write( "

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\n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "By \"round container,\" I presume you mean a right circular cylinder -- the shape of a canned tuna can, but somewhat larger.\r
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\n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "The volume of a cylinder is given by the area of the base, i.e.

, times the height. Remember that the radius is one-half of the diameter. Divide the volume in cubic inches by 231 to get US liquid gallons, or by 268.8 to get US dry gallons (1/8 of a Winchester bushel) or by 277.4 to get Imperial gallons.\r
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\n" ); document.write( "My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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