To find the area of the darker shaded region, we typically need to subtract the area of the unshaded regions from the total area of the outer rectangle. However, you didn't provide a clear description of how the dimensions you mentioned (17 ft, 7 ft, 9 ft, 3 ft) fit into the shape.
Here is a general approach to solve such problems:
- Identify the shapes: Note the shapes you have (rectangles, triangles, etc.) and their dimensions.
- Calculate the area of the outer rectangle: Use the relevant dimensions to find the area.
- Calculate area of the unshaded part: Depending on the arrangement, calculate the areas of any shapes that are not shaded.
- Subtract the unshaded area from the total area: This will give you the area of the shaded region.
If you clarify how these dimensions relate to the shapes you are asking about (especially how they are laid out), I could help you calculate the area accurately.
However, if you're asking for the answer without further context, please consider providing that. For the current dimensions shown, I can't accurately determine the darker shaded region without knowing their relationships or layout.