Problem:
Grain Bins
Answer: ____
Strategy: ______ Explanation: ______
* Solve the problem below, clearly labeling your answer.
* Show the strategy that you used to solve the problem.
* Fully explain how you solved the problem and why you did each step the way
you did.
* You will be graded on the 0 to 4 scale for Answer, Strategy, and
Explanation.
The Problem:
Below is an aerial view of four round grain bins. Each bin is 16 feet in
diameter, and 25 feet high. When the bins are full, the farmer can store
overflow or surplus grain in the center ‘overflow’ area. What is the total
capacity in cubic feet of the four bins and the center overflow area?