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14 February, 13:02

A can of tuna has a shape similar to the shape of a large water tank. The can of tuna has a diameter of 3 inches and a height of 2 inches. The water tank has a diameter of 6 yardss. what is the height of the water tank in both inches and yards

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  1. 14 February, 13:16
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    The ratio of the heights of similar cylinders is the same ratio that their diameters.

    Then, 6 yards / 3 inches = x yards / 2inches

    x = 2 * 6/3 = 4 yards.

    4 yards = 4yards * 36 inches/yard = 144 inches

    Answer: 4 yards or 144 inches.
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