Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A cylindrical jar of internal diameter 14 cm14\,\text{cm} and height 25 cm25\,\text{cm} is completely filled with water. A cubical box of inner edge 15 cm15\,\text{cm} is also completely filled with water. Which container can hold more water and by approximately how much? a) The cubical box by about 0.48 L0.48\,\text{L} b) The cylindrical jar by about 0.24 L0.24\,\text{L} c) The cylindrical jar by about 0.48 L0.48\,\text{L} d) The cubical box by about 0.55 L0.55\,\text{L}

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