Solve the problem.Suppose that an open box is to be made from a square sheet of cardboard by cutting out  squares from each corner as shown and then folding along the dotted lines. If the box is to have a volume of 32 cubic inches, find the original dimensions of the sheet of cardboard. 

A. 8 in. by 8 in.
B. 4 in. by 4 in.
C. 2 in. by 2 in.
D. 4 in. by 4 in.


Answer: A

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