Question

Using any method, find the area of the regular hexagon shown below. Show all work! Your final answer should be exact.

Answer 1

864√3

Explanation:

(3√3·24²)/2

1728√3/2

864√3

1496.49189773

Answer 2

9514 1404 393

Answer:

864√3 in²

Explanation:

We presume "any method" includes the use of on-line calculators. Unfortunately, this one does not provide the exact answer in reduced form.

A = (3/2)√3(24 in)² = 3/2×576×√3 in²

A = 864√3 in²