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Mr. Smith wants to know if he can fit 4 trapezoid tables like the one shown below into a room. What is the total area of 4 trapezoid tables? Answer without units. NUMBER ONLY!

Mr. Smith wants to know if he can fit 4 trapezoid tables like the one shown below-example-1
User Samori
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Answer:

8

Explanation:

The area of a trapezoid is:

( a + b ) ÷ 2 x h

Where a & b are the bases, and h is the height.

Use formula with the given measurements:

(3 + 5) ÷ 2 x 2

= 8 ÷ 2 x 2

= 4 x 2

= 8

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User Druta Ruslan
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Answer:

(1/2)(2)(5+3)

8

Explanation:

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