SOLUTION: a container in the shape of a rectangular prism has a base that measureas 20 centi,eters by 30 centimeters and has a height of 15 centimeters. The container is partially filled wit

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Question 406750: a container in the shape of a rectangular prism has a base that measureas 20 centi,eters by 30 centimeters and has a height of 15 centimeters. The container is partially filled with water. A student adds more water to the level rises 2.5cm. what is the volume of the added water?
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V[P] = base*height

rectangular prism: base is 450 cm^2

V[w] to rise 2.5cm?   450cm^2*2.5cm = 1125 cm^3, the volume of water needed.