Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The measurements that describe the size and shape of an object in multiple directions. In this context, it refers to the length, width, and height of the open-top rectangular box.
Related terms
Length: The measurement from one end of an object to the other in one direction.
Width: The measurement from side to side in an object perpendicular to its length.