Mathematics - Geometry - Volume and Surface Area - Surface area of prisms - Wrapping Paper Problem

'How much wrapping paper do you need to cover a box that is 4×3×2?' Students need to find the total area of ALL six faces. That's surface area! Do 3 wrapping scenarios. Estimation helps: each face has a different size, and opposite faces are identical.

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Mathematics - Geometry - Volume and Surface Area - Surface area of prisms - Wrapping Paper Problem

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vivmagarwalJan 29, 2026

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'How much wrapping paper do you need to cover a box that is 4×3×2?' Students need to find the total area of ALL six faces. That's surface area! Do 3 wrapping scenarios. Estimation helps: each face has a different size, and opposite faces are identical.

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MathematicsGeometry - Volume and Surface AreaStage 7, Class 8, Class 8, MYP Grade 7, Grade 7

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