Solve the Problem $2 \sqrt { 2 }$ In By Problem $4 \mathrm { in }$

question 252

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Suppose that an open box is to be made from a square sheet of cardboard by cutting out 2-inch squares from each corner as shown and then folding along the dotted lines. If the box is to have a volume of 128 cubic inches, find the original dimensions of the sheet of cardboard.

• A) \(2 \sqrt { 2 }\) in. by \(4 \mathrm { in }\).
• B) \(8 \sqrt { 2 } \mathrm { in. }\) by \(8 \sqrt { 2 } \mathrm { in } .\)
• C) 8 in. by 8 in.
• D) 12 in. by 12 in.

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