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What is the formula to find the total surface area of a cylinder?

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The total surface area of a cylinder can be calculated using a specific formula that takes into account both the curved surface area and the areas of the two circular bases.

Formula for Total Surface Area

The formula is:

Total Surface Area = 2πr(h + r)

Where:

  • r = radius of the circular base
  • h = height of the cylinder

Breaking It Down

This formula consists of two parts:

  • Curved Surface Area: This is calculated as 2πrh.
  • Area of the Bases: Since there are two bases, it is 2πr².

Adding these two components together gives you the total surface area of the cylinder.