Trapezoid Area
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