document.write( "Question 1078062: The rectangular base of an aquarium measures 1 foot by 2 feet. A rock is dropped into the aquarium (and is completely submerged) and the water level in the aquarium rises 1/4 of an inch. Find the volume of the rock. \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #692531 by Alan3354(69443) You can put this solution on YOUR website! The rectangular base of an aquarium measures 1 foot by 2 feet. A rock is dropped into the aquarium (and is completely submerged) and the water level in the aquarium rises 1/4 of an inch. Find the volume of the rock. \n" ); document.write( "---------------------- \n" ); document.write( "Base area = 12*24 = 288 sq inches. \n" ); document.write( "--- \n" ); document.write( "Vol of rock = 288*1/4 = 72 cubic inches. \n" ); document.write( " \n" ); document.write( " |