Question

HELP PLEASE EXPLAIN

Answer 1

A = 17.5 sq meters

Explanation:

First, find the measurements of the triangle labeled 2.

The bigger shape is a rectangle, which means we can figure how big the triangle is.

You want to do 9m - 4m because the 4m isn't included in the triangle. Do the same with 12m - 5m.

So, your triangle has a height of 5m and a base length of 7m.

Now, use the formula for the area of a triangle:
`(1)/(2)`(base*height)

A =
`(1)/(2)`(7*5)

A =
`(1)/(2)`(35)

A = 17.5 sq meters

Answer 2

12.5 the answers listed are incorrect (the three listed)

Explanation:

12-5= 7

9-4=5

area: 7 x 5 x 1/2=12.5