What is the lateral surface area of the prism ? the figure to answer questions 1-2. Assume that the 3 * 5.5 m rectangles on the right and left are the bases ( 1 point ) 283.8m ^ 2 5.5 m 292.4m ^ 2 3 m 325.4m ^ 2 17.2 407m ^ 2
The lateral surface area of a prism can be calculated by finding the perimeter of the base and then multiplying it by the height of the prism.
Given:
Base dimensions: 3m x 5.5m = 16.5m²
Height of the prism: 17.2m
Perimeter of the base = 2*(3m + 5.5m) = 16m
Lateral surface area = Perimeter of the base * Height = 16m * 17.2m = 275.2m²
Therefore, the lateral surface area of the prism is 275.2m². None of the provided options match this calculation.