HOW DO I FIND THA AREA OF A TRIANGLE?
1/2 times the base times the height.
To find the area of a triangle, you can use the formula:
Area = 1/2 * base * height
Here's how to do it step-by-step:
1. Identify the base: The base of a triangle is the bottom side. It can be any side of the triangle, but it must be a horizontal line.
2. Measure the base: Use a ruler or any suitable measuring tool to determine the length of the base. Note down this measurement.
3. Identify the height: The height of a triangle is the perpendicular distance from the base to the opposite vertex. It forms a right angle with the base.
4. Measure the height: Again, use a ruler or measuring tool to measure the height of the triangle. Ensure that the measurement is taken as a vertical line from the base to the opposite vertex. Note down this measurement as well.
5. Calculate the area: Take the length of the base and the height you have measured, and plug them into the formula:
Area = 1/2 * base * height
Multiply the base by the height.
Multiply the product by 1/2 (or divide it by 2).
The resulting value will give you the area of the triangle.
Remember to use consistent units of measurement (e.g., inches, centimeters, etc.) for both the base and height.