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Set 1: Area Volume (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 10 and height 9. What is its area?

A triangle has base 10 and height 9. What is its area?

A.

22

B.

50

C.

45

✓ Correct
D.

90

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 10 times 9 = 45

Why others are wrong:
A: 22 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 50 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 90 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.