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Set 4: Area Volume (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 8 and height 7. What is its area?

A triangle has base 8 and height 7. What is its area?

A.

23

B.

33

C.

28

✓ Correct
D.

30

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 8 times 7 = 28

Why others are wrong:
A: 23 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 33 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 30 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.