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Answer: DSet 2: Area Volume (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A triangle has base 8 and height 3. What is its area?
A triangle has base 8 and height 3. What is its area?
A.
10
B.
17
C.
14
D.✓ Correct
12
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 8 times 3 = 12
Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 17 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.