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Set 4: Area Volume (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 12 and height 8. What is its area?

A triangle has base 12 and height 8. What is its area?

A.

48

✓ Correct
B.

24

C.

43

D.

50

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 12 times 8 = 48

Why others are wrong:
B: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 43 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 50 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.