what is the area of the composite figure in square units? the figure has 5, 2, 3 and 4
To calculate the area of the composite figure, we need to know the arrangement of the sides of each shape. Given that the figure has sides of lengths 5, 2, 3, and 4, I will assume that it is composed of a rectangle and a triangle.
Let's calculate the area of each shape first:
Rectangle:
Length = 5 units
Width = 4 units
Area = Length x Width
Area = 5 units x 4 units
Area = 20 square units
Triangle:
Base = 3 units
Height = 2 units
Area = 0.5 x Base x Height
Area = 0.5 x 3 units x 2 units
Area = 3 square units
Now, to find the total area of the composite figure, we add the areas of the rectangle and triangle together:
Total Area = Area of Rectangle + Area of Triangle
Total Area = 20 square units + 3 square units
Total Area = 23 square units
Therefore, the area of the composite figure is 23 square units.