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Answer: CSet 1: Area Volume (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A triangle has base 8 and height 8. What is its area?
A triangle has base 8 and height 8. What is its area?
A.
34
B.
30
C.✓ Correct
32
D.
16
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 8 times 8 = 32
Why others are wrong:
A: 34 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 30 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.