Solve the Problem $15 \mathrm { in }$ By Problem $15 \mathrm { in }$

question 404

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Suppose that an open box is to be made from a square sheet of cardboard by cutting out 3-inch squares from each corner as shown and then folding along the dotted lines. If the box is to have a volume of 243 cubic inches, find the original dimensions of the sheet of cardboard.

• A) \(15 \mathrm { in }\). by \(15 \mathrm { in }\).
• B) \(9 \sqrt { 3 }\) in. by \(9 \sqrt { 3 } \mathrm { in }\).
• C) 3 in. by \(3 \sqrt { 3 } \mathrm { in }\).
• D) 9 in. by \(9 \mathrm { in }\).

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