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A sphere is inscribed in a cube of side 6 cm. What is the surface area of the sphere?
A36π sq. cm
B144π sq. cm
C24π sq. cm
D72π sq. cm
✓ Correct Answer: A — 36π sq. cm
Diameter of sphere = side of cube = 6 cm. Radius = 3 cm. Area = 4π * 3² = 36π sq. cm.
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