Question

In a woodworking class, you need to make five triangles out of plywood. Each triangle has a height of 6 inches and a base of 14 inches. Which equation can you use to solve for the total amount of plywood you will need?​

Answer 1

• 210 in²

Explanation:

Use the formula for area:

• A = 1/2bh

Each triangle will have the area of:

• A = 1/2*6*14 = 42 in²

Total amount of plywood will be:

• 42*5 = 210 in²