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4MA1/1H Jan 2022, Question 17: Volume Factor of Similar Shapes

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1H (Higher) · Calculator · 4 marks

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The question, in short

Two similar vases have heights 10 cm and 15 cm; their volumes differ by 1197 cm³. Calculate the volume of vase A.

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Solution · 4 marks

  1. 1Length scale factor = 15 ÷ 10 = 1.5
  2. 2Volume scale factor = 1.5³ = 3.375
  3. 3Difference: 3.375V − V = 2.375V = 1197
  4. 4V = 1197 ÷ 2.375 = 504

Answer504

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