Question

find the following measurements of the triangle shown.
triangle: base = □ units height = □ units

Explanation:

Step1: Count base grid units

The base of the triangle spans 5 grid squares, so base = 5 units.

Step2: Count height grid units

The height (perpendicular to base) spans 3 grid squares, so height = 3 units.

Answer:

base = 5 units, height = 3 units