Question

Corey drew a sketch of a paper hat.

Note: Figure not drawn to scale

If a = 3 in and b = 2 in, what is the area of the sketch?
A.
21.5 in2
B.
29.5 in2
C.
43 in2
D.
40 in2

Answer 1

B. 29.5 in²

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Explanation:

`((1)/(2) *(6 + 3) * 3 ) + (8 * 2) \\ =( (1)/(2) * 9 * 3) + 16 \\ = 13.5 + 16 \\ = 29.5`