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Set 5: Area Volume (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 6 and height 4. What is its area?

A triangle has base 6 and height 4. What is its area?

A.

12

✓ Correct
B.

17

C.

10

D.

24

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 6 times 4 = 12

Why others are wrong:
B: 17 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.