Question

what is the area of the triangle?
0.5 yd
0.4 yd
square yards

Explanation:

Step1: Recall triangle area formula

The area of a right triangle is $\frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height}$

Step2: Substitute given values

Base = $0.5$ yd, Height = $0.4$ yd.
Expression: $\frac{1}{2} \times 0.5 \times 0.4$

Step3: Calculate the result

First compute $0.5 \times 0.4 = 0.2$, then $\frac{1}{2} \times 0.2 = 0.1$

Answer:

0.1 square yards