Math Problem Statement
In octagon ABCDEFGH, draw lines AD and HE. The rectangle in the centre created by these lines have area 12. find the area of the 2 trapezoids
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Symmetry in Polygons
Area of Trapezoids
Properties of Regular Octagons
Formulas
Area of a rectangle: A = length × width
Area of a trapezoid: A = (1/2) × (base1 + base2) × height
Theorems
Symmetry in regular polygons
Geometric properties of trapezoids
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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