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Two right circular cylinders have their radii in the ratio 2 : 3 and their heights in the ratio 5 : 4. What is the ratio of their volumes?

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  • A5 : 6
  • B5 : 9
  • C10 : 27
  • D25 : 24

Step-by-Step Solution

Volume = πh, so the ratio = 4) = 20 : 36 = 5 : 9. The trap 5 : 6 comes from : 12 with the radius never squared; 10 : 27 cubes the radii, , which would suit spheres and not cylinders; 25 : 24 squares the heights instead of the radii.
Answer: B) 5 : 9

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