Answer:
12
Explanation:
If we extend this triangle we see that it makes a right triangle with legs of 6 and 6. The area of that triangle is 1/2 * 6 * 6 = 18. The part that is not shaded is a right triangle with legs 6 and 2, it's area is 6 * 2 / 2 = 6. The shaded area is 18 - 6 = 12.