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What is the area in square inches of the shape below

The shape in the image is a right triangle. The area of a right triangle can be calculated using the formula:

\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height}
\]

### Given:
- Base = 5.8 inches
- Height = 5 inches

### Calculation:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 5.8 \times 5
\]
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 29
\]
\[
\text{Area} = 14.5 \text{ square inches}
\]

### Final Answer:
The area of the triangle is **14.5 square inches**.

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### Related Questions:
1. How would the area change if the base were increased by 2 inches?
2. What is the perimeter of this right triangle?
3. How do you find the hypotenuse of a right triangle?
4. What would the area be if both the base and height were doubled?
5. How does the Pythagorean theorem relate to this triangle?

**Tip**: When calculating the area of a triangle, remember that the base and height must be perpendicular to each other.

Discover how to calculate the area of a right triangle with a base of 5.8 inches and a height of 5 inches. Learn the formula A = 0.5 * base * height and understand its application. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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