Question

question
what is the area, in square inches, of the trapezoid below?
5.1 in
3.6 in
8.5 in
5 in
answer attempt 1 out of 2
$a = \square$ $in^2$
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Explanation:

Step1: Find the bottom base length

The bottom base $b_2 = 8.5 + 5.1 + 5 = 18.6$ in

Step2: Identify top base and height

Top base $b_1 = 5.1$ in, height $h = 3.6$ in

Step3: Apply trapezoid area formula

Area formula: $A = \frac{1}{2}(b_1 + b_2)h$
Substitute values:
$A = \frac{1}{2}(5.1 + 18.6) \times 3.6$

Step4: Calculate sum of bases

$5.1 + 18.6 = 23.7$

Step5: Compute final area

$A = \frac{1}{2} \times 23.7 \times 3.6 = 11.85 \times 3.6 = 42.66$

Answer:

$42.66$