Mathematics Knowledge · Question 179

Question 179 of 200

A trapezoid has parallel sides of 10 and 16 and a height of 6. What is its area?

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Correct answer to question 179 (Mathematics Knowledge): 78

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Average the two parallel sides, then multiply by the height. The average is (10 + 16) / 2 = 13, and 13 x 6 = 78.

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