5.MD.3: Understanding Volume

I can recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement.

Problem 1

Calculate the volume of a rectangular prism with dimensions 5 cm × 4 cm × 3 cm.
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Problem 2

A storage box is 8 inches long, 6 inches wide, and 4 inches tall. What is its volume?
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Problem 3

How many 1-inch cubes can fit in a box that is 7 inches × 5 inches × 3 inches?
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Problem 4

A fish tank is 12 inches long, 8 inches wide, and 10 inches tall. What is its volume in cubic inches?
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Problem 5

Calculate the volume of a cube with sides measuring 6 centimeters.
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Problem 6

A rectangular container has a volume of 120 cubic feet. If it is 8 feet long and 5 feet wide, how tall is it?
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Problem 7

Compare the volumes of two boxes: Box A (4×3×5) and Box B (6×2×5). Which has greater volume?
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Problem 8

A room is 12 feet long, 10 feet wide, and 8 feet tall. What is the volume of air in the room?
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Problem 9

How many unit cubes are needed to build a rectangular prism that is 9 units × 4 units × 2 units?
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Problem 10

A shipping container is 20 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8 feet tall. Calculate its volume.
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