Question

what is the area of a right triangle 6 centimeters high with a base of 2 centimeters?
a 7 square cm
b 6 square cm
c 8 square cm
d 12 square cm

Explanation:

Step1: Recall area formula

The area formula for a triangle is $A=\frac{1}{2}\times base\times height$.

Step2: Substitute values

Given height $h = 6$ cm and base $b=2$ cm. Substitute into the formula: $A=\frac{1}{2}\times2\times6$.

Step3: Calculate

$\frac{1}{2}\times2\times6 = 6$ square - cm.

Answer:

B. 6 square cm