Question

Work out the areas of these compound shapes ? Pls step by step

Answer 1

55cm^2

Explanation:

Split into 2 parts, the rectangle on the left, and triangle on the right.

Rectangle:

8 cm x 5 cm = 40 cm^2

Triangle

14 cm - 8 cm = 6cm (Height)

(5cm(base) x 6cm)/2 = 15cm ^2

15cm^2 + 40cm^2 = 55cm^2

Answer 2

The area of the compound shape is 55