Answer:
66 ounces.
Step-by-step explanation:
Given:
Loy has a solid clay brick in the shape of a rectangular prism with a
Length of 8 inches,
Width of 3.5 inches,
Height of 2.25 inches
The clay weighs 1.055 oz/in3
Question asked:
How much does Lou's brick weigh, to the nearest ounce ?
Solution:
First of all we will find volume of bricks :-
As we know:
<u>Now, to calculate weight of bricks:-</u>
It is understood that weight of clay = weight of brick
Given:
1 cubic inches of clay or bricks weigh = 1.055 ounces
63 cubic inches of clay or bricks weigh =
Therefore, weight of Lou's brick is 66 ounces. ( nearest ounces )