Question

what is the area of the polygon given below? a. 55 square units b. 186 square units c. 131 square units d. 66 square units

Explanation:

Step1: Find total base length

$\text{Total base} = 7 + 11 + 6 = 24$

Step2: Calculate bottom rectangle area

$\text{Area}_1 = 24 \times 6 = 144$

Step3: Calculate top rectangle area

$\text{Area}_2 = 11 \times 4 = 44$

Step4: Sum areas for total

$\text{Total Area} = 144 + 42 = 186$

Answer:

B. 186 square units