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Set 2: Triangles (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A triangle has base 10 and height 5. What is its area?

A triangle has base 10 and height 5. What is its area?

A.

25

✓ Correct
B.

28

C.

26

D.

24

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 10 times 5 = 25

Why others are wrong:
B: 28 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 26 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.