Algebra - Weight of the Pyramid
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A new pyramid has been found in South America. The pyramid has a rectangular base that measures 62 yd by 180 yd, and has a height of 100 yd. The pyramid is not hollow like the Egyptian pyramids and is composed of layer after layer of cut stone. The stone weighs 432 lb per cubic yard. How many pounds does the pyramid weigh?
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Area of the base of the pyramid = 11,160 square yards
Volume of the pyramid = 372000 cubic yards
Weight of the pyramid = 160,704,000 pounds
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