SOLUTION: I have a container that is 3.5"H, 1.5" diameter. How many 3/4" x 1/2" pieces can fit into my container? What is the third dimension of your pieces? 1/4"

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Question 1036639: I have a container that is 3.5"H, 1.5" diameter. How many 3/4" x 1/2" pieces can fit into my container?
What is the third dimension of your pieces? 1/4"
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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V=3.14*0.75^2*3.5=6.18 cu"
V=0.75*.5*.25=0.938 cu"
6.18/0.938=6 pieces