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Problem 7

A rectangular solid has a volume of 8 cm3 and a surface area of 32 cm2.
If the side lengths can be arranged in such a way that they form a geometric sequence,
find the length of any of the main diagonals.

Don't forget to show your WORK with your solution!

Students, email your solutions to UNOhighschoolpow@mail.unomaha.edu.
Solutions are due by 11:59PM on Friday October 28th, 2011.

Along with your solution, include your name, your school's name,
the name of your math teacher or math club moderator, and your year in school.

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