Summary

Math 10C Module 1 Lesson 6 In this lesson you examined the following questions:

  • Why is visualization important to the study of the surface area and volume of 3-D objects?
  • How does changing the dimensions of an object affect its surface area and volume?

In this lesson you solved problems involving the surface area and volume of 3-D objects. You learned how to approach problems involving composite figures. You learned that it is important to visualize each problem before putting pencil to paper.

You also learned that doubling the dimensions of a 3-D object, such as a prism or a cone, actually increases its surface area by a factor of 4 and its volume by a factor of 8.

You also looked at common myths regarding surface area and volume. Through research, you were able to find explanations that dispelled these myths.

You are now ready to proceed to Assignment 1 and complete it.