What is the total area, on square inches of the shaded sections of the trapezoid? 8.4 inches, 5.3 inches

Answer 1

To find the total area of the shaded sections of the trapezoid, we need to add the areas of both shaded sections.

First, let's calculate the area of the larger shaded section:
Area = (1/2) * base * height
Area = (1/2) * 8.4 inches * 5.3 inches
Area = 22.32 square inches

Now, let's calculate the area of the smaller shaded section:
Area = (1/2) * base * height
Area = (1/2) * 5.3 inches * 5.3 inches
Area = 14.045 square inches

Now, add the two areas together to find the total area of the shaded sections:
Total area = 22.32 square inches + 14.045 square inches
Total area = 36.365 square inches

Therefore, the total area of the shaded sections of the trapezoid is 36.365 square inches.