To calculate the area of a trapezoid, we use the formula:
Area = ((base1 + base2) / 2) x height
In the given diagram, we have base1 = 10 cm, base2 = 6 cm, and height = 4 cm, as shown below:
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10 6
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4
Substituting these values in the formula, we get:
Area = ((10 + 6) / 2) x 4
Area = (16 / 2) x 4
Area = 8 x 4
Area = 32 square centimeters
Therefore, the area of the trapezoid is 32 square centimeters.
Calculate the area of the trapezoid, which is not drawn to scale.
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