SOLUTION: Suppose that .25 cubic inch of paint is applied to a circular piece of plastic with a diameter of 20 inches. Estimate the thickness of the paint.

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Question 1032724: Suppose that .25 cubic inch of paint is applied to a circular piece of plastic with a diameter of 20 inches. Estimate the thickness of the paint.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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The paint is approximately a cylinder, volume h%2Api%2A10%5E2. The volume is given as 0.25 cubic inches. You can now find the thickness, h.