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Volume of a Cone

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Volume of a Cone

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Key Definition

The volume of a cone is calculated as $V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h$, where <a href="radius">$r$</a> is the radius and $h$ is the height.

Important Notes

Ensure all measurements are in the same unit before calculating volume.
The formula $V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h$ applies to both right and oblique cones.
The volume of a cylinder with the same height is three times the volume of a cone.
Volume is measured in cubic units like $cm^3$ or $m^3$.
A cone has one circular base and a curved surface.

Mathematical Notation

$\pi$ is approximately 3.14159

<a href="radius">$r$</a> represents the radius

$h$ represents the height

$V$ represents volume

$\frac{1}{3}$ signifies one-third

Remember to use proper notation when solving problems

Why It Works

The formula for the volume of a cone is derived from the proportional relationship between the volumes of a cone and a cylinder with the same base and height.

Remember

The volume formula $V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h$ is key for solving cone volume problems.

Quick Reference

Volume Formula:$V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h$

Understanding Volume of a Cone

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Beginner Explanation

The volume of a cone is $V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h$, a simple way to calculate the space inside a cone.

Practice Problems

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Beginner

What is the volume of a cone with <a href="radius">$r = 3 \text{ cm}$</a> and $h = 9 \text{ cm}$?

Real-World Problem

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Intermediate

Teenager Scenario

A cone-shaped cup has a radius of $5 \text{ cm}$ and a height of $12 \text{ cm}$. How much liquid can it hold?

Thinking Challenge

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Intermediate

Think About This

If a cone has a volume of $100 \text{ cm}^3$ and a radius of $4 \text{ cm}$, what is its height?

Challenge Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Advanced

A right circular cone has a height three times its radius. If the volume is $150 \pi \text{ cm}^3$, what is the radius?

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