Question

find the area of the figure.
the area of the figure is □ square units.

Explanation:

Step1: Count top section squares

The top vertical part has $2 \times 6 = 12$ square units.

Step2: Count bottom section squares

The bottom horizontal part has $7 \times 4 = 28$ square units.

Step3: Sum the two sections

Add the areas of the two parts.
$\text{Total Area} = 12 + 28$

Answer:

40