Question

Find the lateral area for the prism.

Answer 1

Lateral area = (perimeter)(height)
Perimeter = 3 + 3 + 3 = 9
Height = 6
9 * 6 = 54

Answer 2

54 square inches

Explanation:

The lateral area of a prism is defined as the sum of all sides in the base, multiplied by its height, that is

`LA=P* h`

Where
`P` is the perimeter of the base and
`h` is the height.

So, in this case, we have

`P=3+3+3=9in`

And,

`h=6in`

Replacing these values, the lateral are would be

`LA=P* h\\LA=9in * 6in=54in^(2)`