This math topic focuses on finding surface area formulas for various 3D shapes, including spheres, cylinders, and rectangular pyramids. The problems require identifying the correct surface area formulas based on the given dimensions of the shapes. Students are presented with multiple choice answers accompanying each question, enhancing their understanding of geometric concepts related to surface area calculation in the broader context of volume and surface area of complex 3D shapes.
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moreMath worksheet on 'Surface Area - All - Words to Formula (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Geometry - Volume and Surface Area of Complex 3D Shapes - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/geometry_cylinders_intro/ |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
A Sphere with radius 3 |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
A Cylinder with radius 4 and height 5 |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
A Cylinder with radius 2 and height 4 |
A Rectangular Pyramid with a base of 2 by 5 and a height of 4 |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
A Cylinder with radius 2 and height 3 |
A Rectangular Pyramid with a base of 3 by 5 and a height of 4 |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
What is the formula for the surface area of this shape? |
A Cylinder with radius 5 and height 4 |