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Answer: CSet 3: Triangles (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A triangle has base 16 and height 9. What is its area?
A triangle has base 16 and height 9. What is its area?
A.
73
B.
71
C.✓ Correct
72
D.
74
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 16 times 9 = 72
Why others are wrong:
A: 73 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 71 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 74 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.