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Answer: CSet 4: Triangles (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A triangle has base 14 and height 7. What is its area?
A triangle has base 14 and height 7. What is its area?
A.
50
B.
51
C.✓ Correct
49
D.
48
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Area = (1/2) times base times height = (1/2) times 14 times 7 = 49
Why others are wrong:
A: 50 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 51 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 48 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.