Activity In this activity, you will find the volume of a composite shape by decomposing it into simpler shapes such as cubes and rectangular prisms. The
figure shows the dimensions of a writing desk. Complete the steps below to find its volume.
74.in.
36. in.
36.in.
30 in
26 in
18 in.
18 in
Part A
Think about splitting this shape into rectangular prisms. What is the least number of rectangular prisms in which you can split the shape?
B
IŲ
x
X
Font Sizes
N
✓
3 the left the middle and the right
O
1080