Question

The formula for the area of a trapezoid is A = h(b1 + b2), where A = area, h = height, b1 = base 1, and b2 = base 2.

The sum of the two bases in a trapezoid is 15 inches. If the area of the trapezoid is 60 square inches, then the trapezoid has a height of____ inches
A) 8
B) 16
C) 4

Answer 1

4

Explanation:

A=h(sum of base)

60=h(15)

60/15=h

h=4