Question

A trapezoid has a set of parallel bases with lengths 3 inches and 5 inches and a helght of 8 inches. What is the area

the trapezoid?

Answer 1

The area of trapezoid is 32 inches^2

Explanation:

Parallel base 1 = a = 3 inches

Parallel base 2 = b = 5 inches

Height of trapezoid = 8 inches

We need to find area of trapezoid

The formula used is:
`Area\:of\:trapezoid=(a+b)/(2)* h`

Now putting the values and finding area of trapezoid

`Area\:of\:trapezoid=(a+b)/(2)* h\\Area\:of\:trapezoid=(5+3)/(2)* 8\\Area\:of\:trapezoid=(8)/(2)* 8\\Area\:of\:trapezoid=4* 8\\Area\:of\:trapezoid=32`

So, the area of trapezoid is 32 inches^2