Step #1- Visualizing Slices
The first step in solving the problem is to figure out what the
figure and slices look like and how they could be used to solve the
problem. In this case, we have something like a triangular tube and
can slice it vertically or horizontally.
Vertical Slices
First, consider vertical slices, as shown. The steps in completing
the problems in this case may be found here.
Horizontal Slices
Horizontal slices are more interesting, but harder for the volume
calculation. The solution in this case may
be found here.
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