A granite block in the shape of a right rectangular

prism has dimensions 30 centimeters by

40 centimeters by 50 centimeters. The block has a

density of 2.8 grams per cubic centimeter. What is

the mass of the block, in grams? (Density is mass

per unit volume.)

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9 March, 06:42

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Rebekah Sellers · Answer 1

Here is the set up:

Let m = mass of the block

m = (30•40•50) / (2.8)

Use your calculator to calculate the left side for m.

A granite block in the shape of a right rectangularprism has dimensions 30 centimeters by40 centimeters by 50 centimeters. The block has adensity of 2.8 grams per cubic centimeter. What isthe mass of the block, in grams? (Density is massper unit volume.)