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Set 1: Area Volume (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 12 and height 2. What is its area?

A triangle has base 12 and height 2. What is its area?

A.

12

✓ Correct
B.

10

C.

24

D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 12 times 2 = 12

Why others are wrong:
B: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.