Question

The formula for the area of a triangle is `A\ =\ \frac{1}{2}bh`, where b is the base of the triangle and h is the height. Use the formula to find the area of the triangle shown. Write the area as a fraction or mixed number in simplest form.

Answer 1

A = 1/15 m²

Explanation:

Let us assume the value of the base and the height of the triangle since we are not given;

Let Base b = 2/5 m

height h = 1/3 m

Area of the triangle A = 1/2bh

Substitute the values into the formula;

A = 1/2 (2/5)(1/3)

A = 2/(2*5*3)

A = 1/15 m²

Hence the area as a fraction or mixed number in simplest form is 1/15m²

Note that the values are assumed and any values of the base and height can be used in the scenario