A triangular prism has a volume of 135 cubic centimeters....

[dmccord3430]

"Short Response" Word Problem: A triangular prism has a volume of 135 cubic centimeters. Find the volume in cubic centimeters of a triangular pyramid with the same base area and height as this prism.

I understand the formula for finding volume. How would I answer this question without any diagrams or measurements given?

 

[skeeter]

volume of prism = Bh, where B = base area and h = prism height

volume of pyramid = (1/3)Bh