SOLUTION: The perpendicular sides of a triangular rug measure 6 feet and 9 feet. Calculate the area of the rug. a. 39 sq. ft c. 21 sq. ft b. 27 sq. ft d. 19 sq. ft

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Question 758134: The perpendicular sides of a triangular rug measure 6 feet and 9 feet. Calculate the area of the rug.
a.
39 sq. ft
c.
21 sq. ft
b.
27 sq. ft
d.
19 sq. ft
Answer by Cromlix(4381) About Me  (Show Source):
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Area of a triangle = 1/2(base * height)
= 1/2 ( 6 x 9)
= 27 sq ft. (b)
Hope this helps.
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