Calculate the area of the trapezoid, which is not drawn to scale.
To calculate the area of a trapezoid, we use the formula:
Area = ((base1 + base2) / 2) x height
In the given diagram, we have base1 = 10 cm, base2 = 6 cm, and height = 4 cm, as shown below:
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Substituting these values in the formula, we get:
Area = ((10 + 6) / 2) x 4
Area = (16 / 2) x 4
Area = 8 x 4
Area = 32 square centimeters
Therefore, the area of the trapezoid is 32 square centimeters.
To calculate the area of a trapezoid, you need to know the lengths of the two parallel sides (a and b) and the height (h). The formula for the area of a trapezoid is:
Area = (a + b) * h / 2
1. First, determine the lengths of the two parallel sides (a and b). Measure the lengths of these sides using a ruler or any other measuring tool.
2. Next, determine the height (h) of the trapezoid. The height is the perpendicular distance between the two parallel sides. Measure the height using a ruler or any other measuring tool.
3. Once you have the lengths of the two parallel sides (a and b) and the height (h), plug these values into the formula:
Area = (a + b) * h / 2
4. Calculate the sum of the lengths of the two parallel sides (a + b), and then multiply this sum by the height (h).
5. Finally, divide the result by 2 to get the area of the trapezoid.
Keep in mind that all measurements should be in the same units (e.g., centimeters, inches, etc.) for accurate results.