Trapezoid Area

A=12(b1+b2)hA = \frac{1}{2}(b_1 + b_2)h

Description

Calculates the area of a trapezoid.

Variables

Symbol Meaning
A Area
b₁, b₂ Parallel bases
h Height

Example

Problem

Find area with b₁=6, b₂=10, h=4

Solution

A = ½(16)(4) = 32

Real-World Applications

  • Architecture
  • Engineering
  • Design