Capacity
Definition of Capacity
- Capacity is the amount of liquid a container can hold.
In other words, capacity is the volume of a container given in terms of liquid measurement.
Examples of Capacity
- The figure shows the tub in which Susan usually stores water for the cows. The capacity of the tub could be about 5 liters.
Solved Example on Capacity
Find the capacity of a cylinder with base radius of 5 units and height 7 units.
Choices:
A. 5
B. 7
C. 25
D. 549.8
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Step 1: Base radius = 5 and Height = 7
Step 2: Capacity of the cylinder = Its volume =
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