Question

the first box measures 8 inches by 6.25 inches by 10.5 inches. the second box measures 9 inches by 5.5 inches by 11.75 inches. Which box required more materials to make? (hint: find the surface area of each box)

Answer 1

First Box
V= L*W*H
V=8*6.25*10.5
V=50*10.5
V=525 inches³

Second Box
V=L*W*H
V=9*5.5*11.75
V=49.5*11.5
V=569.25 inches³