Answer:
see the explanation
Step-by-step explanation:
The complete question is
The dimensions of the square pyramid are
Base: 40 inches
Height: 12 inches
step 1
Find the volume of the square pyramid
The volume of the square Pyramid is given by the formula
[tex]V=\frac{1}{3}b^2h[/tex]
where
b is the length side of the square base
h is the height of the pyramid
we have
[tex]b=40\ in\\h=12\ in[/tex]
substitute
[tex]V=\frac{1}{3}(40)^2(12)[/tex]
[tex]V=6,400\ in^3[/tex]
step 2
Find the volume of sand
Multiply the number of bags of sand by the volume of each bag
so
[tex]3(1,200)=3,600\ in^3[/tex]
step 3
Compare the volume of the sand with the volume of the square pyramid
3,600 < 6,400
therefore
Kaytlyn has not enough sand to build the castle
