SOLUTION: Volume of a Cone: The volume V of a right circular cone is V = 1/3 r^2 h. If the height is twice the radius, express the volume V as a function of r.

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Question 769010: Volume of a Cone: The volume V of a right circular cone is V = 1/3 r^2 h.
If the height is twice the radius, express the volume V as a function of r.

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Volume of a Cone: The volume V of a right circular cone is V = 1/3 r^2 h.
If the height is twice the radius, express the volume V as a function of r.
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Correct formula:: V = (1/3)pi*r^2*h
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h = 2r
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V = (1/3)pi*r^2*(2r)
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V = (2/3)pi*r^3
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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