Question:

If the frustum of a cone has radii \(18\) cm and \(6\) cm on either of its ends and its slant height is \(13\) cm, then the volume (in cu. cm) of that frustum is

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For frustum problems, if slant height is given, use Pythagoras theorem to find the vertical height first.
Updated On: Jul 15, 2026
  • \(720\pi\)
  • \(740\pi\)
  • \(780\pi\)
  • \(820\pi\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Volume of frustum: \[ V=\frac13\pi h(R^2+r^2+Rr) \] where: \[ R=18,\; r=6 \] First find the height using slant height.

Step 1:
Find height.
Given slant height: \[ l=13 \] Difference in radii: \[ R-r=18-6=12 \] Using Pythagoras: \[ l^2=h^2+(R-r)^2 \] \[ 13^2=h^2+12^2 \] \[ 169=h^2+144 \] \[ h^2=25 \] \[ h=5 \]

Step 2:
Substitute in volume formula.
\[ V=\frac13\pi (5)(18^2+6^2+18\times6) \] \[ =\frac53\pi (324+36+108) \] \[ =\frac53\pi (468) \] \[ =5\pi(156) \] \[ =780\pi \] Thus, the volume of the frustum is: \[ \boxed{780\pi} \]
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