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Volume of a Pyramid
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What is the apex of a pyramid?

The point where triangular faces meet

What fraction of a prism's volume does a pyramid with the same base and height occupy?

One-third

What is the general formula for the volume of any pyramid?

V=13×base area×heightV = \frac{1}{3} \times \text{base area} \times \text{height}

For which base shapes does the pyramid volume formula work?

Any polygon

Which height must be used when calculating pyramid volume?

Perpendicular height from base to apex

For a rectangular pyramid, what does V=13lwhV = \frac{1}{3}lwh represent?

ll = length, ww = width, hh = height

Find the volume of a square pyramid: base 1010 cm, height 99 cm.

300300 cm³

A pyramid has base area 9090 cm² and height 1515 cm. Find its volume.

450450 cm³

What units should be used for volume?

Cubic units like cm³ or m³

What is a common mistake when calculating pyramid volume?

Using slant height instead of vertical

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