SOLUTION: a paper weight is in the shape of a square-pyramid 17 centimeters tall . if an edge of the base is 9 centimeters , what is the volume of the paper weight?

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Question 858108: a paper weight is in the shape of a square-pyramid 17 centimeters tall . if an edge of the base is 9 centimeters , what is the volume of the paper weight?
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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V = (1/3)*(s^2)*h


V = (1/3)*(9^2)*17


V = (1/3)*(81)*17


V = 27*17


V = 459


The volume is 459 cubic centimeters.