Math Problem Statement
Find the missing dimension of the trapezoid
- If a = b1 and b = b2.
a = 4.13 m, b = 9.07 m, h = 5.6 m, A = blank
15.33 cm^2 100 cm^2 73.92 m^2 24.485 cm^2 24 cm^2
Solution
To find the area of a trapezoid, we use the formula:
Where:
- (one base),
- (the other base),
- (height).
Now we substitute the values into the formula:
First, calculate the sum of the bases:
Then, multiply by the height:
Thus, the area of the trapezoid is 36.96 m², but this is not among the given options. However, you mentioned different units (cm² and m²) in the choices, so we should ignore choices in cm², as the area calculation fits .
Would you like to ask more details or verify anything? Here are 5 relative questions to explore:
- What if one of the bases is unknown? How would we find it?
- How would the formula change for a trapezoid with non-parallel sides?
- Can you explain the steps to convert between m² and cm²?
- How would you calculate the perimeter of the same trapezoid?
- What happens to the area if the height is halved?
Tip: Always check unit consistency when solving geometric problems!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Area Calculation
Trapezoids
Formulas
A = (1/2) × (b1 + b2) × h
Theorems
Area of trapezoid theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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