Find the base of a parallelogram, if its area is 144 square units and the height is 6 units.

To find the base of a parallelogram, you can use the formula for the area of a parallelogram:

\[
\text{Area} = \text{Base} \times \text{Height}
\]

Given that the area is 144 square units and the height is 6 units, we can substitute these values into the formula:

\[
144 = \text{Base} \times 6
\]

Now, solve for the base:

\[
\text{Base} = \frac{144}{6} = 24 \, \text{units}
\]

Therefore, the base of the parallelogram is 24 units.

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you calculate the height of a parallelogram if you know the base and area?
2. Can the height of a parallelogram be outside of its boundaries?
3. How do the properties of a parallelogram change if all sides are equal?
4. What is the relationship between the diagonals of a parallelogram?
5. How do you calculate the perimeter of a parallelogram?

**Tip:** The height of a parallelogram is always perpendicular to its base, even if it lies outside the shape.

Learn how to find the base of a parallelogram given its area of 144 square units and a height of 6 units. This problem explains the formula for the area of a parallelogram and guides you through the solution with clear, step-by-step instructions. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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