Surface Areas and Volumes — Question Ex 13.1 Q7
Back to all questionsA tent is in the shape of a cylinder surmounted by a conical top. If the height and diameter of the cylindrical part are 2.1 m and 4 m respectively, and the slant height of the top is 2.8 m, find the area of the canvas used for making the tent. Also, find the cost of the canvas of the tent at the rate of Rs 500 per m2. (Note that the base of the tent will not be covered with canvas.)

CBSE Class 10 Surface Areas and Volumes — Complete Guide
This chapter carries 5-6 marks covering combination of solids, conversion problems, and frustum of a cone.
Quick Revision: Key Concepts
- Combination: Add CSAs (subtract hidden faces for TSA), add volumes
- Conversion: Volume is conserved when solid is melted and recast
- Frustum: V = ⅓πh(R² + r² + Rr), l = √[h² + (R−r)²]
- Water flow: Volume = cross-section area × speed × time
Most Important Questions
- SA and volume of combined solids (tent, capsule, toy)
- Solid melted and recast into smaller solids (find number)
- Frustum volume and surface area (bucket problems)
- Water flow and pipe problems
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