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Gasoline Containers Mark Russo has two right cylindrical containers for storing gasoline. One has a diameter of 10 in. and a height of 12 in. The other has a diameter of 12 in. and a height of 10 in.

a. Which container holds the greater amount of gasoline, the taller one or the one with the greater diameter?
b. What is the difference in volume?

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  1. V = pi * r^2 * h

    V = 3.14 * 5^2 * 12
    V = 942 cubic inches

    Find the volume of the other cylinder the same way.

    http://www.mathsteacher.com.au/year9/ch14_measurement/18_cylinder/cylinder.htm

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