Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

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ISBN 10: 978-1-60840-838-2
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Chapter 1 - Solving Linear Equations - 1.1 - Solving Simple Equations - Exercises - Page 10: 56

Answer

$h=3.5~\text{ft}$

Work Step by Step

Volume of square pyramid: $$V=\frac13 Bh$$ Substitute $V=35$ and $B=30$ to find $h$: $$35=\frac13\cdot 30\cdot h$$ $$35=10h$$ $$h=35:10=3.5~\text{ft}$$
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