12.6.5. Volume Computation

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define volume computation in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about the purpose of this calculation.

2. 2.

   What is a common application of volume computation?

   Hint

   Consider construction processes.

3. 3.

   What does volume computation involve?

   • Estimating costs
   • Calculating material quantities
   • Planning construction schedules

   Hint

   Focus on the purpose of volume calculations.

4. 4.

   True or False: Volume measurements are only necessary for large construction projects.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the variety of construction tasks.

5. 5.

   A construction company needs to create a drainage ditch that is 50m long, 1.5m wide, and 0.8m deep. Calculate the volume of soil that will be excavated.

   Hint

   Use the volume formula for a rectangular shape.

6. 6.

   A site initially had a volume of 800 cubic meters of dirt. After excavation, it only has 300 cubic meters left. What was the volume of dirt that was removed?

   Hint

   Think about what happens when you remove material.