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Right Square Pyramid Calculator

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Result

Volume (a²h÷3)16.0000
Slant Height3.6056
Lateral Surface Area28.8444
Total Surface Area44.8444
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Right Square Pyramid Calculator Calculate volume, surface area, and slant height of a right square pyramid. — free online calculator.

Formula

Volume=a²h/3; slant=√(h²+(a/2)²); lateral=2a×slant; total=a²+lateral
  • Right square pyramid calculator. This page states the geometric relationship used by the calculator and provides a worked example.
  • The main inputs are Base Edge Length, Height. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
  • Keep comparable quantities in compatible units whenever the formula combines or compares them.
  • Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.

Example: Right Square Pyramid

Inputs
  • Base Edge Length: 4
  • Height: 3

For a=6,h=4: l=5, volume=48, total SA=96.

Sample result: Calculating…

Frequently asked questions

What does the Right Square Pyramid calculate?

This formula assumes the apex is directly above the center of a square base.

Which values should I enter?

Enter Base Edge Length, Height using the units and format shown beside each field.

What formula does this calculator use?

The calculator uses the following relationship: Volume=a²h/3; slant=√(h²+(a/2)²); lateral=2a×slant; total=a²+lateral.

Why might my result differ from another source?

Results can differ when another source uses different units, rounding rules, conventions or assumptions. Compare the inputs and definitions before comparing results.

Does the result update automatically?

Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.

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Updated: October 10, 2026