Question

How do you solve the formula for `h` in the surface area of a cylinder: `S=2pir^2+pirh`?

Answer 1

`h= -2r+S/(pi r)`

Explanation:

`S = 2pir^2+pirh`

Divide both sides by `pir`

`S/(pir) = 2r + h`

Subtract `2r` from both sides

`h = -2r +S/(pir)`