Question

Find the lateral surface area of this prism.

7.5 square meters
72 square meters
30 square meters
3 square meters

Answer 1

72 m²

Explanation:

If you flatten the lateral surfaces, the combine to make a rectangle.

Length: 2 m + 1.5 m + 2.5 m = 6 m

Width: 12 m

Lateral Area = Length × Width

Lateral Area = 6 m × 12 m

Lateral Area = 72 m²