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A tabletop in the shape of a trapezoid has an area of 7,598 square centimeters. Its longer base measures

127 centimeters, and the shorter base is 105 centimeters. What is the height?

User Febin K R
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Answer:

  • 65.5 cm

Explanation:

Trapezoid area formula:

  • A = 1/2(b1 + b2)h

Substitute values:

  • 7598 = 1/2(127 + 105)h
  • 7598 = 116h
  • h = 7598/116
  • h = 65.5 cm
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