A rectangular tank needs to be coated with insulation.
A rectangular tank needs to be coated with insulation. The tank has dimensions of 3 feet, 5 feet, and 2 feet. Each square foot of insulation costs $20. How much will it cost to cover the surface of the tank with insulation?
Answer/Solution
$1240
Steps/Work
The total surface area is 2(2*3 + 3*5 + 2*5) = 62 square feet
The total cost is 62*$20 = $1240
The answer is B.
The total cost is 62*$20 = $1240
The answer is B.