6.G.4
Classify three-dimensional figures including cubes, prisms, pyramids, cones and spheres. (MP.2, MP.3)
Example Problems
A bird feeder roof is a square pyramid with a base edge of and a slant height of . The underside of the roof (the base) will also be painted.
What is the total painted area?
What is the total painted area?
A ceramic decorative pyramid has a base edge of and a slant height of . The glazing will cover the entire outside, including the base.
How much glazed surface area is needed?
How much glazed surface area is needed?
A hollow model of a square pyramid has a base edge of and a slant height of . The cardboard used includes the base.
What is the total area of cardboard needed?
What is the total area of cardboard needed?

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