Solve the Problem $56 \mathrm {~m} ^ { 2 }$ If the Volume Is

question 117

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A closed box is in the shape of a rectangular solid with height 2 m. Its surface area is $56 \mathrm {~m} ^ { 2 }$ . If the volume is $24 \mathrm {~m} ^ { 3 }$ , find the dimensions of the box.

• A) The box is 1 m by 12 m by 2 m.
• B) The box is 1 m by 3 m by 2 m.
• C) The box is 2 m by 6 m by 2 m.
• D) The box is 4 m by 3 m by 2 m.