Rectangular cube Diagram

Hi shibsriz,

This question comes with a "twist"; the rectangular box will NOT be completely filled with cubes (the dimensions won't allow for it to be filled).

The dimensions are 10x12x16, so both the 12 and 16 will be "filled", but the 10 won't be (since 4 does not divide evenly into 10). To help visualize this idea, imagine that the base of the box is 12x16. This means that a 3x4 "layer" of cubes will fit the base of the box; 12 cubes are in this layer. We can put another "layer" of 12 cubes on top of the first layer, but then the remaining space won't be enough to hold any more cubes.

2 layers of 12 cubes = 24 cubes

Final Answer: D

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

Hi phanikpk,

To help you stay focused in these types of questions, it often helps to draw pictures (for Geometry questions) or make "tables" of information (for story problems and really detailed questions).

Be mindful of the details - every question on the GMAT was written by a human, to test you on certain concepts, reward you if you can spot patterns and punish you if you make silly mistakes.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich