Question

area or composite shapes (trapezoids and ir
question
what is the area, in square meters, of the trapezoid below?
answer
attempt 1 out of 2
$a= \text{m}^2$

Explanation:

Step1: Recall trapezoid area formula

$A=\frac{(b_1 + b_2)h}{2}$, where $b_1$ and $b_2$ are bases and $h$ is height.

Step2: Identify base and height values

$b_1=13.1$ m, $b_2 = 7.4$ m, $h = 8$ m.

Step3: Substitute values into formula

$A=\frac{(13.1 + 7.4)\times8}{2}=\frac{20.5\times8}{2}$.

Step4: Perform calculations

$\frac{20.5\times8}{2}=\frac{164}{2}=82$

Answer:

$82$