Question

Find the area of the trapezoid when height = 5in, base1 = 12in, and base2 = 15in.

Answer 1

Use this formula: 1/2*h(a+b)

Answer 2

A= (a+b)/2*h
A=(12+15)/2*5
A=(27/2)*5
A=13.5*5
A=67.5in