In geometry (mathematics), what is the total surface area of a cube with edge length ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A.

  1. Step 1: A cube has 6 identical square faces, each of area . The total surface area is . **Answer: . Why not the others:** is the volume in cubic centimetres, and accounts for only 4 faces.

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