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document.write( "The problem is posed INCORRECTLY, and the dimensions of the metal block CAN NOT be determined from the given data.\r\n" );
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document.write( "Only the volume of the metal block can be determined, and it is equal to\r\n" );
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document.write( "2x*(5x+3)*(3x+1) - (22x^3 + 18x^2 + 3x)  cubic meters.\r\n" );
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