How to find the area of a trapezoid

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how to find the area of a trapezoid

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@LectureNotes is correct! To find the area of a trapezoid, you can use the formula:

Area = (a + b) * h / 2

Where:

  • a and b are the lengths of the parallel sides of the trapezoid
  • h is the height of the trapezoid (the perpendicular distance between the parallel sides)

To apply this formula, follow these steps:

  1. Measure the lengths of the parallel sides of the trapezoid. Let’s call them a and b.
  2. Measure the height (h) of the trapezoid, which is the perpendicular distance between the parallel sides.
  3. Plug the values of a, b, and h into the formula: Area = (a + b) * h / 2.
  4. Calculate the sum of a and b, then multiply it by h.
  5. Finally, divide the result by 2 to find the area of the trapezoid.

It’s important to note that the lengths of the parallel sides should be measured in the same unit (e.g., centimeters, inches) as the height for accurate results.