Question 1

How do I calculate the volume of a box or room?

Accepted Answer

Use V = L x W x H. Convert to liters or gallons as needed using a unit converter.

Question 2

What about cylinders and cones?

Accepted Answer

Cylinder V = pi r^2 h; cone V = (1/3) pi r^2 h. Keep radius and height consistent.

Question 3

How do I handle irregular shapes?

Accepted Answer

Break the shape into standard solids and sum volumes or use displacement methods.

Question 4

How do I convert between cubic units and liters/gallons?

Accepted Answer

1 m^3 = 1000 L; 1 ft^3 = 7.48052 gal (US).

Question 5

What precision should I use?

Accepted Answer

Match significant figures to input measurements; carry extra digits through intermediate steps.

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