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CSEC Mathematics · January 2005 · Paper 2 · Question 8(a)

Diagram A shows a link from a chain, a cylindrical ring of thickness 3.5 mm. Diagram B shows the cross section of the ring, with internal diameter 14 mm and external diameter 16 mm.

Taking π = 3.14, calculate the volume of metal in a single link of chain, writing your answer correct to 3 significant figures.

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  1. 8(b)Show that the length of the chain is 16 mm + 14 mm.[2 marks]
  2. 8(c)Copy and complete the table below which shows the length of the chain formed when rings are linked in a straight line.[4 marks]

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