Question

in the rectangular prism, each small cube has edges that are $\frac{1}{2}$ inch long. what is the height of the rectangular prism? 1 inch 1$\frac{1}{2}$ inches 2 inches 2$\frac{1}{2}$ inches

Explanation:

Step1: Count height - cubes

Count the number of small - cube heights. There are 5 small cubes along the height.

Step2: Calculate height

Since each small cube has an edge length of $\frac{1}{2}$ inch, the height $h$ of the rectangular prism is $h = 5\times\frac{1}{2}=\frac{5}{2}=2\frac{1}{2}$ inches.

Answer:

$2\frac{1}{2}$ inches