Volume of Pyramids and Cones

Section 12.5

Aim
How do we find the volume of pyramids and cones? Check homework.

Lets Recall

In Lesson 12.4, you learned that the volume of a prism is equal to Bh, where B is the area of the base and h is the height. From the figure at the right, it is clear that the volume of the pyramid with the same base area B and the same height h must be less than the volume of the prism. The volume of the pyramid is one third the volume of the prism.

Finding the Volumes of Pyramids and Cones

Example 1

Find the volume of a pyramid with a regular base.

Checkpoint 1

Find the volume of each cone.

Checkpoint 1 Continued

Checkpoint 2

Use the measurements to solve for x.

Summarizer

Do the two solids have the same volume? Explain your answer.

Geometry Tech
Work with your partner to complete the homework. Be ready to come up to the board and explain. Exit Ticket at the end of class.