Question

the volume of a prism is the area of the base, b, times the height of the prism, h. v = bh what is the area of the base, b, of the prism? b = \square yd² 7 yd 2 yd 6 yd

Explanation:

Step1: Identify base dimensions

The base is a rectangle with length $6$ yd and width $2$ yd.

Step2: Calculate base area

Use rectangle area formula: $B = \text{length} \times \text{width}$
$B = 6 \times 2$

Answer:

$12$ yd²