Question
A trapezoid has a height of 7 inches and bases of 11 inches and 4 inches. What is the area of the trapezoid?
When finding the area of a trapezoid, does it matter which base is b1 and wich base is b2? explain
When finding the area of a trapezoid, does it matter which base is b1 and wich base is b2? explain
Answers
Ms. Sue
A=(a+b)/2 * h
A = 7.5 * 7
No, it makes no difference which is b1 and b2.
A = 7.5 * 7
No, it makes no difference which is b1 and b2.
Mia
So 52.5?
Ms. Sue
Right. 52.5 square inches
Mia
THANK YOU MISS SUE :)
Ms. Sue
You're welcome, Mia.