AnswersFall 24 GMS Geometry Concepts and Connections BCavalieri's Principle and Volume of Composite FiguresQuestion 2
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Cavalieri's Principle and Volume of Composite Figures

Question 2 • Fall 24 GMS Geometry: Concepts and Connections B

Is Erik’s statement correct? Why or why not?

Answer
A
Yes, the solids are both cones and appear to have the same volumes.
B
Yes, the area of the bases and the heights of the cones are the same, so the volumes are equal.
C
No, the heights of the cones are not the same, so Cavalieri’s principle does not apply.
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