A shape is considered three dimensional if it can be measured in 3 directions.

 Three dimensional shapes can be measured in height, width, and depth.


 

Three Dimensional Shapes

 

 

Example

     

 Is this shape a three dimensional shape?

Yes, this shape is a three dimensional shape because it can be measured in 3 directions.


A cylinder can be measured in height, width, and depth.

 

Remember:  Three dimensional shapes can be measured in height, width, and depth.


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