To find the total surface area of the two triangular bases of the prism, we need to find the area of one triangle base and then multiply by 2.
The formula for the area of a triangle is: Area = 1/2 * base * height.
In this case, the base of the triangle is 4 feet and the height is 3 feet. Plugging these values into the formula, we get:
Area = 1/2 * 4 feet * 3 feet = 6 square feet.
Since there are two triangular bases, the total surface area of the two bases is:
Total Surface Area = 2 * 6 square feet = 12 square feet.
Therefore, the total surface area of the two triangular bases of the triangular prism is 12 square feet.
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An illustration shows a triangular prism with length 7 feet, width 4 feet, and perpendicular height of the triangular face 3 feet.
What is the total surface area of the two triangular bases of this tent?
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