Composite Volumes at School

This worksheet challenges students to find the volumes of real-life school-related composite solids by combining or subtracting volumes of basic shapes such as cylinders, prisms, cones, and hemispheres. Students calculate capacities and material volumes for objects like backpacks, pencils, bottles, helmets, and planters. By modeling real-world items as 3D geometric solids, learners strengthen their ability to decompose complex figures into familiar parts. This activity promotes analytical thinking, reinforces accurate formula application, and deepens understanding of how geometric concepts apply to everyday environments.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Geometry: Volume of Composite Shapes

Mathematics – Measurement and Data: Solving Real-World Problems Involving Volume

Mathematics – Reasoning and Modeling: Decomposing and Combining Solids

Mathematics – Problem Solving and Application of Formulas

This worksheet is part of our Volume collection.